Princess Dental Staffing

Part-Time Hyg (1.5 days) in N Central Phx

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Permanent Dental Hygienist Job

Phoenix, AZ

Compensation

DOE

Experience Required

at least 1 year

Software Experience

Dentrix

Job Description

Well established general dental office in North Central Phoenix seeks a highly skilled, outgoing and friendly individual to join our team as a Part-Time Hygienist. Impeccable communication skills are a must! We strive to make each patient have the best experience possible. We are searching for someone who is willing to go the extra mile.

We are looking for a Dental Hygienist to help treat patients and promote good oral health practices. Dental Hygienist duties revolve around conducting initial patient screenings, removing plaque and advising patients on oral health and preventative care. You’ll help our dentists decide treatment for teeth or gum diseases.

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 steady hand and great bedside manner, we’d like to meet you.

Shift is Thursday 7am-4:30pm and Friday 7am-1:00pm

The ideal candidate:

Must have at least 2 years of dental hygienist experience (NOT counting any intern/externship)
Must be proficient in Dentrix and Dexis
Must have positive references
Must have excellent customer service skills and ability to create and maintain relationships
Must be professional in appearance
Must have a positive attitude
Must have attention to detail
Must be able to multitask and prioritize

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; Master’s is a plus
Valid license to practice

If you meet the above criteria and are ready to be part of a fun, fast-paced, amazing office, we invite you to send your resume explaining why you would be the ideal candidate.

Wage depends on experience

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Posted over 1 year ago