Registered Dental Hygienist - Thomas Houston, DMD - Eugene, OR

NOW HIRING-DENTAL HYGIENIST Dental Hygienist needed to join our patient centered, busy, organized and well established team 4 days per week, possible 2 days a week. Our team is excited to welcome a hygienist who can care for and build relationships with our awesome patients. We are a patient focused cosmetic and general dental practice in a state of the art office with an amazing team. Come work with wonderful patients and a fun, enthusiastic, efficient, sincere team who love to provide quality patient care. If you have a positive attitude, compassion for others, ability to connect with patients and a strong work ethic we would love to have you join our team. Competitive wage and benefit package includes, paid time off, paid holidays, employee and family dental care, uniform allowance, options for medical insurance and retirement benefits. Email resume or stop by for a tour and find out more details @ 4780 Village Plaza Loop, Suite 210, Eugene OR 97401. Responsibilities Ensure patients feel as comfortable as possible Sterilize dental instruments properly Conduct initial mouth screenings and check oral health history Identify conditions like gingivitis, caries or periodontitis Clean and help protect patients’ teeth (e.g. remove plaque or apply fluoride) Educate patients of all ages on proper teeth care Give instructions to patients after operations or other dental procedures Take radiographs and intra-oral photographs Assist dentists with selecting appropriate treatments for various diseases (including periodontal health and oral cancer) Assist dentist in administering anesthetic as needed Administer Nitrous Oxide during treatments Maintain documentation and charts on each patient Monitor supplies Skills Proven experience as Dental Hygienist (new grads are welcome to apply) In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations in this profession Experience in preparing and maintaining dental equipment Outstanding communication skills A compassionate and friendly personality Building relationships with patients Attention to detail Stamina to meet the physical demands of the job Diploma in Dental Hygiene Valid license to practice Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $50.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Ability to Commute: Eugene, OR 97401 (Required) Ability to Relocate: Eugene, OR 97401: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person

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