Dental Hygienist BR

btyDENTAL WA Group; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a fast-paced dental office as a Dental Hygienist with btyDENTAL WA Group. The role involves ensuring patient comfort, cleaning teeth, educating patients, and maintaining dental equipment. Ideal candidates will have a valid license, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and a commitment to patient care.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Dental Hygienist or similar role.
• Valid license to practice required.
• In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patient comfort before exams and clean teeth.
• Take X-rays and maintain patient documentation.
• Educate patients on dental care practices.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Stamina

Education

Diploma in Dental Hygiene

Master's in Dental Hygiene

Job description

We are looking for an outgoing hygienist with strong interpersonal skills to join our fast-paced dental office. Experience is preferred and a current dental hygienist license is required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patients feel as comfortable as possible before their examination
• Sterilize dental instruments properly
• Conduct initial mouth screenings and check oral health history
• Identify conditions like gingivitis, caries, or periodontitis
• Clean and help protect patients' teeth (e.g. remove plaque or apply fluoride)
• Educate patients of all ages on proper teeth care (by demonstrating, for example, good brushing techniques)
• Give instructions to patients after operations or other dental procedures
• Take X-rays or dental impressions
• Assist dentists with selecting appropriate treatments for various diseases (including oral cancer)
• Maintain documentation and charts on each patient
• Monitor supplies

Requirements

• Proven experience as Dental Hygienist or similar role
• In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations in this profession (e.g. HIPAA)
• Experience in preparing and maintaining dental equipment
• Outstanding communication skills
• A patient and friendly personality
• Attention to detail
• Stamina to meet the physical demands of the job
• Diploma in Dental Hygiene; Master's is a plus
• Valid license to practice

Pay

Wage: $60-70/hour, DOE