Dental Hygienist: covering multiple days in August - OPAL FAMILY DENTAL - Glen Mills, PA

In our private care, doctor owned, relationship based practice we strive to treat our patients like family. We get to know our patients and enjoy seeing them and being part of their overall health team. We are committed to create a culture of team oriented, patient-centric long term relationships!! We are seeking Register Dental Hygienist to cover multiple days in August Salient features: Treat our patients like family. Ethical and no rush dentistry Family environment Technologically advanced with digital xrays, itero scanner and CBCT. 1 hour recall appointments KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs all hygiene functions according to policies Accurately documents patient's health profile and review every visit, including allergies, current medications, surgeries and new medical conditions Document patient's chief complaint or concern, relay information to the dentist and record how it is to be addressed Record in patient's chart all existing dental restoration Expose and process necessary radiographs prescribed by the dentist including FMX, BWX utilizing either digital or film technologies Update photos as dental treatment is completed Record in patient's chart the dentists comprehensive treatment plan to address dental disease of both the soft and hard tissues and record sequence and priority of treatment plan Perform adult or child prophylaxis on patients Apply fluoride varnish when indicated on patients Apply sealants when indicated and document in chart Perform periodontal scaling and root planing as prescribed by the dentist on patients diagnosed with periodontal disease Apply chemotherapeutic agents in the treatment of periodontal disease when prescribed by the dentist Provide patient education Perform charting duties with accuracy and speed utilizing auxiliary personnel when available Maintain minimum CE credit hours, CRP and Radiology certificates Confirm appointments and make outbound calls to fill schedules during down time Accepts, understands and follows office policies and procedures BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Registered Dental Hygienist (Required) Anesthesia Certification (Preferred) CPR Certification (Preferred) AED Certification (Preferred) Job Type: Part-time Pay: Up to $55.00 per hour Benefits: Employee discount Work Location: In person

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