Registered Dental Hygienist - New Smile Family Dentistry - Lowell, AR

We are a laid back, privately owned dental office looking for a FUN and ENERGETIC Dental Hygienist to help treat our wonderful patients and promote good oral health practices. 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 you have a great personality, we’d love to meet you. Ultimately, we want someone who loves helping and taking care of others! 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 and flossing techniques) Give instructions to patients after operations or other dental procedures Take quality X-rays and dental impressions Assist dentists with selecting appropriate treatments for various diseases (including oral cancer) Maintain accurate documentation and charts on each patient Monitor supplies Skills In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations in this profession (e.g. HIPAA) Outstanding communication skills Fun and energetic personality The ability to speak Spanish isn't required, but is a big PLUS! Attention to detail Reliability Valid Arkansas license Valid CPR card OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Thurs 9am-5pm with an hour lunch. Drop your kids off for school, then come to work! Job Type: Full-time Pay: $45.00 - $50.00 per hour Benefits: Employee discount Paid time off Retirement plan Work Location: In person

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