Hygienist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Current CPR card.
• Graduated from a school of dental hygiene accredited by the commission on Dental Accreditation.
• Licensed in California, under the provisions of the Dental Practice Act, administered by the State Board of Dental Examiners.
• Passed the National Board examination and the practical examination given by the State Board.
• Extensive knowledge of general dental techniques.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with patients.
• Must have knowledge of alphabetical filling system.
• Must have sufficient knowledge of verbal and English comprehension and expression to communicate clearly with callers, visitors and staff.

Nice To Haves

• This license must renewed every two years; 25 hours every two years of continuing education is required.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and polishes teeth using scaling instruments and a rotating polisher.
• Applies decay preventive agents such as fluorides and sealants.
• Charts medical and dental histories.
• Takes and develops dental x-ray films.
• Counsels patients regarding good nutrition and oral health.
• Teaches patients appropriate oral hygiene techniques.
• Informs dentist of the condition of patient’s mouth.

Benefits

• Excellent Medical, Pharmacy, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Paid days for continuing education, bereavement, and jury duty
• Retirement Plans with 3% company contribution
• Voluntary Life Insurance and Long Term Disability
• Considerable Paid Time Off
• Discounted memberships with Flight/American Medical Care Network
• Shift differentials paid for certain work shifts, including Holiday pay
• Child Care Center services