Registered Dental Hygienist - Rauzman Dental - Hawthorne, NJ

We are looking for a Dental Hygienist to help treat patients and promote good oral health practices. What do Dental Hygienists do? Dental Hygienist duties revolve around conducting initial patient screenings, cleaning teeth (e.g. removing plaque) and advising patients on oral health and preventative care. You’ll help dentists decide treatments for teeth or gum diseases and handle dental emergencies. 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 so, we’d like to meet you. THIS IS FOR FRIDAYS ONLY TO START. 8AM-2PM. Responsibilities Ensure patients feel as comfortable as possible before their examination 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 (by demonstrating, for example, good brushing techniques) Give instructions to patients after operations or other dental procedures Take X-rays Able to take dental impressions is a plus Assist dentists with selecting appropriate treatments for various diseases (including oral cancer) Maintain documentation and charts on each patient (we are paperless) Monitor supplies for your department Skills Proven experience as Dental Hygienist or similar role 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 Diploma in Dental Hygiene; Master’s is a plus Valid license to practice Job Type: Part-time Pay: $50.00 - $57.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) Employee discount Application Question(s): What days are you available to work? How many hours per week are you looking to work? Experience: Dental Hygiene: 1 year (Required) Dentrix: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: Registered Dental Hygienist license (Required) Work Location: In person

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