Friday Dental Hygienist Needed

82nd Drive Dental•Woodburn, OR

11d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a qualified and caring Dental Hygienist to join our team! As a Dental Hygienist, you will provide top-notch dental care that makes our clients feel like family. You will screen patients, perform dental cleanings, and assist the dentists with exams and procedures. The ideal candidate is state-licensed as a Dental Hygienist. If you’re friendly, outgoing, and committed to creating a fantastic dental experience, we want to hear from you! We provide a wide range of services from braces, root canals, tooth colored fillings, to implants and botox. We are life long learners and enjoy learning new ways to improve dental care. We love to educate our patients. We provide tools to help tackle barriers that could impact our patients oral health. We understand the value of preventative care and how the oral health impacts systemic health. Our Health Mission is to provide a positive experience for our patients through compassion, listening, understanding and education.

Requirements

Current Dental Hygienist licensure
Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations and all dentistry safety guidelines
Must be comfortable with using loupes, the cavitron and Nomads.

Nice To Haves

Must use loupes and be comfortable with a cavitron.

Responsibilities

Welcome patients into the treatment area and make them feel comfortable
Discuss the dental care plan with patients and answer any questions they have
Prep sterilized equipment and make it available to the dentist for exams and procedures
Take vital signs and accurately record medical histories
Perform preliminary exams and collect oral health histories
Evaluate patients for signs of gum disease, cavities, and infection
Remove plaque and apply fluoride treatments
Teach good oral hygiene techniques
Create dental impressions
Take x-rays and be comfortable using a Nomad
Assist dentist during procedures and exams
Adhere to all health and safety regulations and office policies