Dental Hygienist

Juniper Services•Sparks, NV

19d•Onsite

About The Position

Spanish Springs Family Dental is seeking a dental hygienist to provide preventative and periodontal care and promote patients’ overall oral health. The role requires strong communication with patients, doctors, and the dental team. The posting lists full-time, part-time, and temporary job types and says the work is in person. The practice offers a sign-on bonus and lists 401(k) matching, health insurance, paid time off, and vision insurance. Spanish Springs Family Dental is an equal opportunity employer; applicants will be considered without regard to legally protected status.

Requirements

Hold an RDH license in Nevada or Idaho.
Be patient- and practice-focused.
Have a great attitude.
Be motivated by growth and teamwork.
Be self-motivated to provide a high level of preventative and periodontal care.
Have strong communication skills with patients, doctors, and the dental team.

Responsibilities

Counsel patients and help keep them calm during examinations and treatment.
Screen patients by conducting mouth and neck examinations and reviewing oral health histories.
Educate patients on proper teeth and gum care and the importance of diet to oral health.
Take X-rays and develop dental impressions and radiographs of teeth.
Sterilize dental instruments and equipment.
Remove plaque, clean teeth, and help prevent gum disease.
Support the dentist in all aspects of dental care.
Stay current with the latest developments in dentistry.
Collect medical and dental histories from patients.
Chart dental conditions based on observations and evaluations.