Dental Hygienist - Portland Dental Associates - Portland, OR

We are looking for a Dental Hygienist to join our office. If you have a steady hand and great bedside manner, we’d like to meet you. We have two locations we'd like to hire for- one in Portland, the other in Milwaukie. You can make your own schedule. We offer a sign on bonus! 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 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 Valid license to practice Nitrous-oxide Certified Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: From $65.00 per hour Work Location: Multiple locations

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