Permanent Dental Hygienist Job in Los Angeles, CA
Our dental practice is seeking an exceptional Dental Hygienist to join our team of healthcare professionals.
Our Practice Environment
We are a High-End Aesthetic & Implant practice in Century City with a immediate opening for a Dental Hygienist for Wednesdays and Thursdays to join our team. Our mission is to provide exceptional patient care through our innovative approach. We are looking for someone who is passionate about providing quality patient care and maintaining our commitment to excellence and service.
Role Requirements
We're looking for a skilled professional who can contribute to our team's success. The ideal candidate will have strong technical abilities, excellent patient communication skills, and the capacity to work independently while supporting team objectives. Experienced professionals are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Perform dental hygiene services and procedures, including dental prophylaxis, scaling, root planning, fluoride, taking BWX and PA's X-rays and anesthetize if needed.
- Complete a thorough assessment of the patient's teeth, bone, and periodontal tissues, and document any abnormalities or suspected conditions
- Customize care to meet patient's oral health
- Educate patients on good oral hgyiene techniques
- Aid the dentist with procedures and emergencies as needed
- Maintain patient confidentiality
- Provide all care in conjunction with accepted professional dental proctices and standards
Qualifications for Dental Hygienist
- Graduate of an accredited school of dental hygiene
- Registered Dental Hygienist licensure in the state of California
- Current CPR certification
- At least 1-2 years of experience working in a dental practice
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Proven dedication to provide high quality, comprehensive dental care
- Ability to comply with safety procedures, rules, and regulations in order to maintain a clean and safe working environment
- Strong working knowledge of dental terminology, equipment, and practices