Dental Hygienist - Cheri Harris Dental Center - Assistance League of Newport-Mesa - Costa Mesa, CA

We are looking for a Dental Hygienist to help treat patients and promote good oral health practices at our Cheri Harris Dental Center on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. We provide general and preventive dentistry plus orthodontic and endodontic programs for our patients in a family friendly environment. Our professional and office staff is assisted by trained volunteers (members of our non-profit organization). As the Dental Hygienist, you should be reliable and able to build trust with patients. You should be knowledgeable about relevant health and safety rules and have a good eye for oral diseases and anomalies. Responsibilities Sterilize dental instruments Conduct initial mouth screenings and check oral health history Identify conditions like gingivitis, caries or periodontitis Educate patients on proper teeth care (demonstrate toothbrushing) Take digital X-rays Maintain documentation, charts and recall cards on each patient Skills Dental Hygienist experience Knowledge of health and safety regulations in this profession (e.g. HIPAA) Experience in preparing and maintaining dental equipment Outstanding communication skills Bilingual in english and spanish A patient and friendly personality Attention to detail Diploma in Dental Hygiene Valid license to practice in California Job Type: Part-time Pay: $55.00 - $58.00 per hour Education: Associate (Preferred) License/Certification: Dental Hygienist License in California (Required) Work Location: In person

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