Dental Hygienist

Frontline Dental Implant Specialists•Philadelphia, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Dental Hygienist (RDH) is an important member of the patient care delivery team and provides clinical treatment within state guidelines as directed by the provider. The role includes delivering licensed hygiene care, taking radiographs as ordered, reviewing patient health histories, maintaining accurate clinical records, educating patients, and presenting or scheduling treatment as needed. The hygienist also prepares and maintains clinical areas, instruments, and equipment according to health, safety, infection-control, and manufacturer requirements. Other office tasks may be assigned during clinical downtime.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Registered Dental Hygienist licensure in accordance with state guidelines.
BLS Certification.
Good understanding of dental and surgical techniques, chairside responsibilities, and health and safety protocols.
Ability to provide empathetic patient care, including under stressful circumstances.
Consistent professionalism in appearance and attitude.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Superior interpersonal and customer service skills.
Basic computer skills.
Fluent in English.
Ability to withstand prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, using a phone, and working at a computer; move within the office as needed; and lift up to 0–15 pounds if necessary.

Nice To Haves

Additional clinical certifications and/or expanded functions.
Six months of prior clinical experience.
Spanish as a second language.
Proficiency in Microsoft products.

Responsibilities

Provide friendly, helpful, and courteous care while ensuring patient welfare.
Maintain patient confidentiality and follow HIPAA guidelines.
Follow infection-control policies and protocols to protect patients and employees.
Review patients’ medical and dental health histories before treatment and accurately complete clinical records.
Answer patients’ questions about procedures, treatment, and postoperative instructions.
Present and schedule treatment as needed.
Provide hygiene care within the scope of licensure and take radiographs as ordered by the provider.
Clean and sterilize clinical tools and equipment before procedures; set up and prepare for procedures before patients arrive.
Keep operatories stocked with necessary supplies.
Clean and disinfect equipment and work surfaces, and keep clinical areas, equipment, and instruments tidy and sterile as required.
Use equipment and machinery according to manufacturers’ recommendations and ensure regular maintenance and good working order.
Follow health and safety and infection-control guidance, including safe disposal of sharps and clinical waste.
Perform other office tasks as assigned during clinical downtime.