Registered Dental Hygienist - Cobalt Dental Care - Louisville, KY

Overview Join our dynamic dental team as a Registered Dental Hygienist and play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care while promoting optimal oral health. In this energetic and rewarding position, you will utilize your expertise to perform thorough dental cleanings, patient assessments, and education, ensuring each patient receives personalized and compassionate treatment. Utilize our state of the art DentalAI tools , Imagining Tools, and fantastic team dynamic to make you feel supported. Your dedication will help foster a welcoming environment where patients feel confident and cared for at every visit. Duties Perform comprehensive dental prophylaxis, including cleaning, scaling, and polishing teeth to maintain oral health. Conduct patient assessments by reviewing medical histories, vital signs, and current dental conditions to inform treatment plans. Take and develop dental radiographs (medical imaging) while ensuring proper infection control and aseptic techniques. Educate patients on proper oral hygiene practices, preventive care, and treatment options tailored to their needs. Assist with pediatric dentistry procedures by providing specialized care for children in a friendly and supportive manner. Maintain accurate and detailed medical records using EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix. Support the dental team with chairside assisting during various procedures, ensuring smooth workflow and patient comfort. Requirements Valid licensure as a Registered Dental Hygienist in accordance with state regulations. Proven experience in general dentistry and dental office environments, with familiarity in pediatric dentistry preferred. Proficiency in using dental software systems such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix for documentation review and medical coding. Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, infection control protocols, and HIPAA compliance standards. Ability to perform detailed patient care tasks including vital signs measurement and patient assessment. Excellent communication skills to educate patients effectively and collaborate seamlessly with the dental team. Knowledge of medical terminology, medical records management, and documentation review processes. Join us in creating healthier smiles through energetic service delivery! We are committed to supporting your professional growth with ongoing training opportunities while fostering a positive work environment that values your expertise in infection control, pediatric dentistry, and comprehensive patient care. This paid position offers an exciting chance to make a meaningful difference every day! Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $43.00 - $53.00 per hour Expected hours: 16 – 40 per week Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Tuition reimbursement Work Location: In person

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