Registered Dental Hygienist - Dr. Pete Cutler and Dr. Lisa Grundmann - San Jose, CA

We are looking for a motivated Part time Registered Dental Hygienist to join our General Dentistry office and help in providing exceptional patient care. You will help to assists the dentist in providing oral health to patients by cleaning, scaling and polishing teeth. Takes and processes X-rays. Records evaluation of mouth conditions and extent of prophylaxis on dental chart to-provide dentist with information for more complete diagnoses and subsequent treatment if needed. To perform this job successfully, the RDH must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Keeps informed and updated on OSHA regulations. The other job responsibilities are listed below. Responsibilities Greet and seat patients. Take x-rays, if necessary. Evaluate gingival health and health of all oral tissue. Perform oral cancer exam. Take blood pressure, if needed. Administer nitrous oxide and oxygen. Scale, polish, and apply fluoride. Periodontal soft tissue curettage. Periodontal scaling & root planing. Do Perio probe and chart. Recommend perio consultation; refer out to specialists (when applicable). Application of pit and fissure sealants. Polish appliances (partials, dentures, etc.). Take iTero for diagnostic purposes. Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked Schedule recall appointments with Dentrix dental software Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures Skills Proven experience as a Registered Dental Hygienist Proficient in Dentrix Scaling and root planing. Appropriate use of Cavitron. Radiographic skills Laser certification Administration of local anesthetic and Nitrous Oxide Good computer skills, digital scanning Excellent communication and people skills Able to multi-task and understands the daily flow of the office Is a team player who works with other staff members, takes initiative and helps when and where needed Well-organized and reliable Benefits: Continuing education credits Dental insurance Retirement plan 401(k) Working hours: Monday-Wednesday 7:30AM -5PM Job Type: Part-time Pay: $73.00 - $75.00 per hour Expected hours: 24 – 28 per week Benefits: 401(k) Continuing education credits Dental insurance Paid sick time Professional development assistance Work Location: In person

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