Dental Hygienist at CPF Dental LLC

Saraland, Alabama, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Jun, 26

Salary

42.0

Posted On

31 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Oral Hygiene Education, X-Ray Development, Fluoride Application, Sealant Application, Medical History Review, Periodontal Assessment, Dental Instrument Sterilization, Chart Documentation, OSHA Compliance, Customer Service, Attention To Detail, Feedback Reception, Timely Task Completion

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Hygienist Reports to: Dentist / Operations Leader FLSA Status: Non - Exempt (Hourly) Department: Operations Employment Status: At-Will Incentive Eligibility: Eligible Job Summary The Hygienist is responsible for cleaning patients’ teeth and examining oral areas, head, and neck for signs of oral disease. Educating patients on oral hygiene, take and develop x-rays, and apply fluoride or sealants. Performing quality and effective hygiene procedures while building and maintaining positive and professional relationships with patients. The Hygienist is responsible for the patient's excellent experience and contributes to the overall financial success of the practice. The tasks and responsibilities of a Hygienist include but are but not limited to: * Provide superior patient care and service. Exhibit outstanding service and hospitality. * Record and review patient medical histories. * Examine gums, wing probes to locate periodontally recessed gingiva, periodontal pockets and signs of gum disease. Palpate and visually examine gums for signs of disease. * Palpate lymph nodes in and around the neck to detect swelling or tenderness that could indicate presence of oral cancer. * Educate our patients on the importance of preventing, diagnosing, and treating periodontal disease. Discuss the links between periodontal conditions and systemic illness. * Clean calcareous deposits, accretions, and stains from teeth and beneath margins of gums using dental instruments. Apply fluorides or other cavity-preventing agents staving off dental decay. * Chart conditions of decay and disease for diagnosis and treatment by dentist. * Maintain dental equipment and sharpen and sterilize dental instruments. * Expose and develop x-ray film. * Provide clinical services or health education to improve and maintain the oral health of patients or the general public. * Practice to the standard of care of the State Board of Dentistry. Follow rules and regulations of the Dental Practice Act of the applicable state. * Comply with state and federal laws for chart documentation. * Follow OSHA guidelines on PPE and use standard precautions. * Proactive in leading and supporting the Marquee Dental Culture by maintaining a positive, friendly, and supportive disposition. * Other duties as assigned. Required * Dental hygiene licensure compliant with the State Board of Dentistry with no negative actions Knowledge/Skills/Abilities * Competitive, energetic results driven * Self-starter, Independent worker/thinker * Goal achiever * Customer Service Focused * Tech savvy, computer proficient * Attention to detail * Lifelong learner, committed to continual educational advancement * Can take respectful, constructive feedback * Can complete tasks in a timely manner

Responsibilities

The Hygienist is primarily responsible for cleaning patients’ teeth, examining oral areas for signs of disease, and educating patients on oral hygiene practices. This role also involves performing quality hygiene procedures while ensuring an excellent patient experience and contributing to the practice's financial success.