Hygienist

We are hiring a Hygienist, come join our team!

Solon, OH | Full-time | NEO Dental Implants & Oral Surgery [https://neodios.com/]

Who We Are

NEO Dental Implants & Oral Surgery provides world-class oral care in Northeast Ohio. Our surgeons combine personalized care with precise techniques to make every patient’s visit a positive one. We prioritize a patient-first approach from consultation to post-treatment. We're looking for a passionate and dedicated Dental Hygienist to join our team to ensure we are providing comprehensive care and supporting our patients’ long-term oral health.

Position Highlights

As a Dental Hygienist, you will play a vital role in our patient care team. You will be responsible for performing dental cleanings, conducting oral health assessments, taking x-rays, applying fluoride or sealants, and educating patients on oral hygiene. Your attention to detail, communication skills, and ability to build relationships with patients will help create a positive experience for everyone who visits our office.

Responsibilities

• Cleans calcareous deposits, accretions, and stains from teeth and beneath margins of gums using dental instruments.
• Examines gums using probes to locate periodontal recessed gums and signs of gum disease; feels lymph nodes under patient’s chin to detect swelling or tenderness that could indicate the presence of oral cancer.
• Applies fluorides or other cavity-preventing agents to arrest dental decay.
• Takes dental x-rays, exposes and develops x-ray film.
• Records and reviews patient medical histories; charts conditions of decay and disease for diagnosis and treatment by dentist.
• Maintains dental equipment and sharpens and sterilizes dental instruments.
• Provides clinical services or health education to improve and maintain the oral health of patients or the general public.
• Assist the surgeon during exams and procedures as needed

Qualifications

• Valid Dental Hygienist license
• CPR certification
• Thorough understanding of HIPAA and OSHA policies