Dental Hygienist - Mortimer Family Dentistry PC - Burton, MI

We are looking for a Dental Hygienist on Monday (8am-6pm), Tuesday (8am-5pm), Wednesday (7am-5pm), and Thursday (8am-5pm) to treat patients and promote good oral health practices. As a Dental Hygienist, you should be reliable and able to build trust with patients of all ages. You should have deep knowledge of relevant health and safety rules and a good eye for oral diseases and anomalies. If you have a steady hand and great bedside manner, we’d like to meet you. Responsibilities Ensure patients feel as comfortable as possible before their examination Sterilize dental instruments properly Conduct oral screenings and check health history Help identify conditions like gingivitis, caries or periodontitis Clean and help protect patients’ teeth (remove plaque/calculus, scale, root plane, and apply fluoride) Educate patients of all ages on proper home care (by demonstrating, for example, good brushing techniques) Give instructions to patients after operations or other dental procedures Take X-rays Assist dentist with selecting appropriate treatments for various diseases (including oral cancer) Maintain documentation and charts on each patient Monitor supplies Skills Proven expertise as Dental Hygienist In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations in this profession (e.g. HIPAA) Experience in preparing and maintaining dental equipment Outstanding communication skills A patient and friendly personality Attention to detail Stamina to meet the physical demands of the job Diploma in Dental Hygiene Valid licence to practice Job Type: Full-time Pay: $40.00 - $45.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off License/Certification: Dental Hygienist License (Required) Work Location: In person

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