Dental Hygienist - Healthy Smiles of Long Beach - Long Beach, CA

We are looking for an outgoing hygienist with strong interpersonal skills to join our fast-paced dental office. Experience is preferred and a current dental hygienist license is required. Job Responsibilities Patient screening procedures; such as assessment of oral health conditions, review of the health history, oral cancer screening, head and neck inspection, dental charting and taking blood pressure and pulse Removing calculus and plaque (hard and soft deposits) from all surfaces of the teeth Applying preventive materials to the teeth [website] sealants and fluorides) Teaching patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health; [website] tooth brushing, flossing and nutritional counseling) Counseling patients about good nutrition and its impact on oral health Making impressions of patients' teeth for study casts (models of teeth used by dentists to evaluate patient treatment needs) Other duties as assigned Qualifications Associate or advanced degree in Dental Hygiene State certification/license as required to work as a Dental Hygienist One year or more of relevant experience in the dental industry preferred; but open to no experience for the right candidate. Possess a strong commitment to patient care, patient health and quality work. Part-Time Job Type: Part-time Pay: $411.00 - $425.00 per day Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off License/Certification: Registered Dental Hygienist (Required) Work Location: In person

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