Dental Hygienist Pediatric - NK dental LLC - Damascus, MD

We are looking to hire an Dental Hygienist with Pediatric experience to join our amazing dental team. We have 2 locations, 1 in Damascus, MD and other in Frederick, MD. The Damascus location is open Tue (8-5pm), Wed (10-6pm), Fri (8-3pm) and Frederick is open Thursday (8-5pm). Assistants available for help, great team of professionals, fantastic patient base. . If you're a hard-working professional looking for a work life balance, we are the office for you. New Smiles Kids Dentistry is an ideal place to be and grow your career. 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 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 Maintain documentation and charts on each patient Monitor supplies Ability to comply with safety procedures, rules, and regulations in order to maintain a clean and safe working environment Qualifications and Skills required Proven experience as Dental Hygienist In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations in this profession (e.g. HIPAA, OSHA) Current CPR certification Experience in preparing and maintaining dental equipment Experience with Open Dental and iDentalsoft would be useful Outstanding communication skills A patient and friendly personality Attention to detail Stamina to meet the physical demands of the job Valid RDH license to practice in Maryland is a must Strong working knowledge of dental terminology, dental codes, equipment, and practice Pay: $60.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Work Location: In person

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