Dental Hygienist

Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry•North Myrtle Beach, SC

21d•Onsite

About The Position

Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry is looking for a part-time Registered Dental Hygienist for our North Myrtle Beach office. The role involves promoting dental health by completing dental prophylaxis, providing oral cancer screenings, periodontal maintenance, charting dental solutions, and assisting with various dental office responsibilities, all while adhering to the highest standard of care. The company emphasizes a fulfilling work environment with opportunities for building relationships and making a positive impact on patients' lives.

Requirements

Must be present on time
Completed dental hygiene certificate program or Associate’s degree in Dental Hygiene
Has current Hygienist license for state of South Carolina
Ability to demonstrate independent thinking and exercise good judgment
Ability to formulate, affect, interpret, and/or implement operating practices
Ability to demonstrate teamwork approach to job responsibilities
Ability to demonstrate initiative, dependability and promptness
Must perform frequent repetitive work with attention to detail
Must have the ability to be flexible and accept different work assignments with a positive approach
Ability to follow instructions and takes responsibility for own actions
Ability to exercise confidentiality with Patients and patient care
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, procedure manuals and written correspondence
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form

Nice To Haves

NEW GRADS WELCOME!

Responsibilities

Promoting dental health
Completing dental prophylaxis
Providing oral cancer screenings
Periodontal maintenance
Charting dental solutions
Assisting with a variety of responsibilities in the dental office
Performing in compliance with Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry’s highest standard of care
Assess dental condition and needs of patient using patient screening procedures, including medical history review, dental charting, and perio charting
Delivers direct patient care using established dental hygienist procedures
Performs routine treatment procedures, such as cleaning and polishing
Takes radiographs required for diagnosis of treatment needs by the dentist
Applies sealants and fluorides
Electronic record keeping
Documents patient dental history and chief complaint
Records and reports pertinent observations
Teaches patients how to prevent tooth decay and gum disease through proper diet and oral home care
Cleans and sterilizes instruments
Completes Treatment Plan as prescribed by the dentist
Reviews and explains treatment plan and associates fees with patient
Ability to articulate and express patients concerns to dentist
Primary treatment coordinator
Ancillary duties as needed