Part Time Registered Dental Hygienist

Gen4 Dental•Los Altos, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

At Mid-Peninsula Dental Specialists, our team is the foundation of the exceptional care we provide. Serving the Bay Area, our experienced and patient-centered staff deliver high-quality periodontal, implant, and esthetic dental care in a collaborative, professional environment. Our team works together to provide a wide range of services under one roof, ensuring consistent, trusted care without the need for multiple offices. Using state-of-the-art equipment, scanners, and software, we stay on the cutting edge of dental technology to provide the best patient experience possible. Joining Mid-Peninsula Dental Specialists means becoming part of a skilled, supportive team where your contributions are valued, your expertise can grow, and your work makes a direct impact on patients’ oral health and confidence. With a culture focused on personal and team development, collaboration, and patient-centered care, team members have the tools and environment to thrive. Dental Hygienists play an essential role in patient education and preventative dental care while also working in partnership with our doctors. We offer a work environment which is supportive and offers the chance to learn about a variety of technologies. Team members enjoy the benefits of being surrounded by individuals who have a sincere desire to help others reach their full potential. Our Hygienists focus on building relationships with patients and having strong communication in order to deliver an exceptional patient experience.

Requirements

Degree or certificate in Dental Hygiene from an accredited program and a valid state license
X-Ray/Radiology Certification where state regulations specify
Local Anesthesia/Nitrous Oxide certification where state regulations specify

Responsibilities

Perform hygiene clinical procedures, including oral prophylaxis, periodontal maintenance, scaling and root planing, sealants, fluoride, oral cancer screenings and x-rays
Educate patients on the importance of oral hygiene, as well as instructions and demonstrations of effective oral hygiene methods
Communicate with doctor where there are opportunities in patients for restorative and/or periodontal needs
Obtain and review dental history and/or records from patient (review patient health history and care slips) and ensure health history is updated for all returning patients