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Part-Time Hygienist

PEARL STREET DENTAL GROUP

#Documentation #HIPAA #Patient Care #Dental Hygienist #Gingivitis #Caries #Periodontitis #Communication Skills #Sterilization #X-Rays #Dental Equipment #Oral Health

Part Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 4 months ago

Location

Forney, Texas

Quick overview

The Dental Hygienist will ensure patients feel comfortable, conduct mouth screenings, clean teeth, and educate patients on oral health. They will also maintain documentation and monitor supplies.

Requirements summary

A minimum of two years of experience as a dental hygienist is preferred, but new graduates are welcome to apply. A valid Texas hygienist license is required.

Attention To DetailCommunication SkillsPatient CareSterilizationOral Health EducationHealth And Safety RegulationsX-RaysDental Hygienist

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location

LM
Family
Dentistry -
Forney,
TX 75126Position
Type: Part TimeWe are looking to add a part-time Dental Hygienist 3 days a week (Wednesday, Thursday, Friday) to join our dental family at LM Family Dentistry located in Forney, TX. We are looking for someone passionate about what they do, wanting to work together with the Doctors & team to treat patients and promote good oral health practices. Our ideal candidate will love patients of all ages, have deep knowledge of relevant health & safety rules and a good eye for oral diseases & anomalies. We are aware as a hygienist you have a great deal of opportunities available to you. We strive to create amazing workspaces; with the tools you need to make you happy doing your job and compensating you appropriately for a job well done! If you have a steady hand, a big heart, and a great bedside manner, we’d like to meet you. A minimum of two years of dental hygienist is preferred, however NEW GRADS WELCOME TO APPLY, we would love to teach you! Open Dental experience is preferred.

RESPONSIBILITIES (not limited to): 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 Maintain documentation and records on each patient