About the position
The position involves various patient screening procedures, including the assessment of oral health conditions, reviewing health history, conducting oral cancer screenings, performing head and neck inspections, dental charting, and taking blood pressure and pulse. Additionally, the role requires taking and developing dental radiographs (x-rays) and removing calculus and plaque from all surfaces of the teeth. The candidate will also apply preventive materials to the teeth, such as sealants and fluorides, and teach patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain their oral health, including tooth brushing, flossing, and nutritional counseling. Counseling patients about good nutrition and its impact on oral health is also a key responsibility. The position includes making impressions of patients' teeth for study casts, which are models used by dentists to evaluate treatment needs, as well as performing documentation and office management activities.
Responsibilities
- Patient screening procedures including assessment of oral health conditions and review of health history
- Oral cancer screening and head and neck inspection
- Dental charting and taking blood pressure and pulse
- Taking and developing dental radiographs (x-rays)
- Removing calculus and plaque from all surfaces of the teeth
- Applying preventive materials to the teeth such as sealants and fluorides
- Teaching patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies
- Counseling patients about good nutrition and its impact on oral health
- Making impressions of patients' teeth for study casts
- Performing documentation and office management activities
Requirements
- Associate degree from an accredited hygiene program
- State hygiene license
- Current CPR certification
- Ability to use an x-ray machine
Benefits
- Excellent salary and benefits package
