Princess Dental Staffing
Dental Hygienist needed in our dental office
- Permanent Dental Hygienist Job
- Claremont, CA
Job Description
Our outstanding dental practice is seeking an exceptional Dental Hygienist for an opportunity to join our dedicated team.
We are expanding and looking for a Dental Hygienist to join our wonderful Dental Family for long term! Two days a week, Mondays and Thursdays.
We are expanding and looking for a Dental Hygienist to join our wonderful Dental Family for long term! Two days a week, Mondays and Thursdays.
What are we looking for in our Dental Hygienists? Someone with a happy, positive personality who is a team player, is able to help treat patients and promote good oral health practices. He/she must be able to conduct initial patient screenings, cleaning teeth (e.g. removing plaque) and advising patients on oral health and preventative care. You’ll help dentists decide treatments for teeth or gum diseases and handle dental emergencies. 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.
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
Work Remotely
- No
- Mondays and Thursdays in office
Job Type: Part-time
Posted over 1 year ago