Dental Hygienist
Enlightened Dental
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Job summary
Enlightened Dental in New York, NY is seeking a qualified Registered Dental Hygienist to join our caring team. You will provide top-notch preventive care, screen patients, perform cleanings, and assist the dentists with exams and procedures.
The ideal candidate is state-licensed, friendly, and committed to creating a fantastic dental experience. You will discuss care plans, take x-rays, apply fluoride, and help maintain a safe, efficient office environment.
Qualifications
- Must be licensed as a Registered Dental Hygienist.
- Strong knowledge of HIPAA and safety guidelines.
- Able to stand for extended periods and bend repeatedly.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Responsibilities
- Welcome patients into the treatment area and make them feel comfortable
- Discuss the dental care plan with patients and answer any questions they have
- Prep sterilized equipment and make it available to the dentist for exams and procedures
- Take vital signs and accurately record medical histories
- Perform preliminary exams and collect oral health histories
- Evaluate patients for signs of gum disease, cavities, and infection
- Remove plaque and apply fluoride treatments
- Teach good oral hygiene techniques
- Create dental impressions
- Take x-rays
- Assist dentist during procedures and exams
- Adhere to all health and safety regulations and office policies
Skills
Education
Job description
Job Description
- Careers Advancement Opportunities
- Flexible Scheduling
- Competitive Compensation
We are seeking a qualified and caring Registered Dental Hygienist to join our team! As a Registered Dental Hygienist, you will provide top-notch dental care that makes our clients feel like family. You will screen patients, perform dental cleanings, and assist the dentists with exams and procedures. The ideal candidate is state-licensed as a Registered Dental Hygienist. If you're friendly, outgoing, and committed to creating a fantastic dental experience, we want to hear from you!
- Welcome patients into the treatment area and make them feel comfortable
- Discuss the dental care plan with patients and answer any questions they have
- Prep sterilized equipment and make it available to the dentist for exams and procedures
- Take vital signs and accurately record medical histories
- Perform preliminary exams and collect oral health histories
- Evaluate patients for signs of gum disease, cavities, and infection
- Remove plaque and apply fluoride treatments
- Teach good oral hygiene techniques
- Create dental impressions
- Take x-rays
- Assist dentist during procedures and exams
- Adhere to all health and safety regulations and office policies
- Associate's Degree from a school certified by the Commission on Dental Accreditation, Bachelor's or Master's degree preferred
- Current Dental Hygienist licensure
- Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations and all dentistry safety guidelines
- Able to stand for extended periods and bend repeatedly
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
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