Registered Dental Hygienist - Greenhalgh Family Dental - Shawnee, KS

Overview: We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Dental Hygienist to join our 2nd generation private family practice. This is a full-time position with competitive pay and benefits. M-TH with 1 hour hygiene appointments and 1.5 hours for new patients. Pay based on experience. To join our team please send resume to officemanager@greenhalghdental.com Responsibilities: - Perform dental hygiene procedures, including cleaning, scaling, and polishing teeth - Conduct patient assessments and screenings, including taking vital signs - Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and provide personalized oral health instructions - Take dental x-rays and develop and mount radiographs - Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records using Eaglesoft - Follow strict infection control protocols and maintain aseptic technique throughout all procedures - Collaborate with the dental team to ensure the highest quality of patient care Skills: - Proficient knowledge of HIPAA regulations and patient privacy laws - Familiarity with medical terminology related to dentistry - Ability to perform patient assessments, including taking vital signs - Knowledge of aseptic technique and infection control protocols - Comfortable working with patients of all ages, including pediatrics - Competency in taking dental x-rays and interpreting radiographs - Strong attention to detail and excellent manual dexterity Requirements: - Valid state dental hygiene license - Graduation from an accredited dental hygiene program - CPR certification Job Type: Full-time Pay: $38.00 - $50.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance License/Certification: Registered Dental Hygienist (Preferred) Work Location: In person

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