Permanent Dental Hygienist Job in Wellington, FL
Are you looking for a position that allows you to use all of your skills with room for advancement? We have a challenging and exciting opportunity, our busy rapidly expanding office needs a new Dental Hygienist and you may be the person we are looking for! We are looking for a Dental Hygienist to help treat patients and promote good oral health practices. Youâll 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. You should have deep knowledge of relevant health and safety rules and a good eye for oral diseases and anomalies. 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 patientsâ 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 or dental impressions Assist dentists with selecting appropriate treatments for various diseases (including oral cancer) Maintain documentation and charts on each patient Monitor supplies 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 Stamina to meet the physical demands of the job Diploma in Dental Hygiene; Masterâs is a plus Valid licence to practice Salary: Starting from $38 per hour depending on experience. Job type: full-time. Benefits: Health insurance, paid uniform, PTO, Employee discount. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $38.00 per hour Benefits: Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Education: High school or equivalent (Required) License/Certification: Registered Dental Hygienist (Required) Work Location: In person
