Dental Hygienist

Enhance Dental; Pea Ridge (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Blackhawk Family Dental in Pea Ridge, AR seeks a Dental Hygienist to conduct patient screenings, perform cleanings, and assist in treatment planning. The role includes radiographs, local anesthesia, and applying preventive materials, with strict ADA compliance.

The position requires CODA-accredited training, a state license, and the ability to educate patients on oral health and nutrition. Day shifts with potential for full-time/part-time hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate degree or higher from CODA-accredited dental hygiene program.
• State-certified dental hygienist license.
• Expanded functions preferred if not covered by license.
• Local Anesthesia.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient screenings and review health history.
• Take dental radiographs (x-rays) as needed.
• Perform local anesthesia and nitrous oxide administration.
• Remove calculus and plaque from teeth surfaces.
• Apply sealants and fluoride to teeth.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and nutrition.
• Assist dentists in treatment planning and procedures.
• Maintain OSHA and HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or higher from CODA-accredited dental hygiene program

Job description

Job Details

Location: Blackhawk Family Dental - Pea Ridge, AR 72751
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
• 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.