Dental Hygienist

Enhance Dental; Harrah (OK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Harrah Dentistry & Braces in Harrah, OK is seeking a Dental Hygienist to perform patient screenings, cleanings, radiographs, and administer local anesthesia as needed. The role requires CODA-accredited education and state licensure, with potential for day-time hours in a fast-paced practice.

You will educate patients on oral health, support dentists, and help with OSHA/HIPAA compliance while managing supplies and maintaining accurate records.

Qualifications

• Local Anesthesia knowledge or training is preferred for this role.
• CODA-accredited dental hygiene education is required for candidates.
• State licensure as a dental hygienist is mandatory.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient screenings, charting, perio-charting, and vital signs.
• Take and develop dental radiographs (x-rays).
• Perform local anesthesia and administer nitrous oxide as needed.
• Remove calculus and plaque from all tooth surfaces.
• Apply preventive materials like sealants and fluorides.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and nutrition for oral health.
• Assist dentists and manage office tasks while maintaining OSHA/HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Local Anesthesia

Education

Associate degree or higher (CODA-accredited)

State-certified dental hygienist license

High school diploma or equivalent

Expanded functions preferred

Job description

Job Location: Harrah Dentistry & Braces - Harrah, OK 73045

Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time

Education Level: Graduate Degree

Travel Percentage: Negligible

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Health Care

Job purpose

Dental Hygienists conduct initial patient screenings, clean teeth (e.g. remove plaque) and advise patients on oral health and preventative care. Dental Hygienists also help dentists decide treatments for teeth or gum diseases and handle dental emergencies.

Duties and responsibilities

• Conducting patient screening procedures, such as assessment of oral health conditions, review of the health history, oral cancer screening, head and neck inspection, dental charting, perio-charting, and taking blood pressure and pulse
• Taking and developing dental radiographs (x-rays)
• Perform local anesthesia and administer nitrous oxide
• Removing calculus and plaque (hard and soft deposits) from all surfaces of the teeth
• Applying preventive materials to the teeth (e.g., sealants and fluorides)
• Teaching patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health; (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing, and nutritional counseling)
• Counseling patients about good nutrition and its impact on oral health
• Making impressions of patient's teeth for study casts (models of teeth used by dentists to evaluate patient treatment needs)
• Identifying conditions like gingivitis, caries, or periodontitis
• Preparing operatories by sterilizing instruments and moving equipment into place
• Calling patients to maintain the schedule
• Monitor and order dental supplies as needed
• Performing documentation and office management activities
• Ability to run a double hygiene schedule with an assistant
• Providing support to dentists and other staff as needed
• Maintaining OSHA and HIPPA compliance
• Other job duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Associate degree or higher from a dental hygiene school accredited by the Commission of Dental Accreditation (CODA)
• State-certified dental hygienist license
• Expanded functions preferred if not covered by license
• o Local Anesthesia

Working conditions

Dental practices run at a fast pace and dental hygienists will be required to keep up with the flow of doctors and patients.

Physical requirements

• Use their hands and feet to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Repeat the same movements.
• Bend or twist their body.
• Sit for long periods.
• Stand for long periods.
• Lifting up to 50 pounds

Reports to:

Area Director of Operations/Operations Manager & Operating Doctor

Direct reports:

None.