Dental Hygienist: Expert Patient Care, X-Rays & Prevention

Humphries Family Dental; North Arab (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Humphries Family Dental in Alabama is seeking a licensed Dental Hygienist to provide preventive care, X-rays, and patient education. You will perform screenings, cleanings, apply fluoride or sealants, and help maintain a patient-friendly practice environment.

Responsibilities include charting, sterilizing instruments, following state regulations, and supporting the dental team to ensure a high-quality patient experience and adherence to OSHA guidelines.

Qualifications

• Dental hygiene licensure compliant with the State Board of Dentistry with no negative actions

Responsibilities

• Provide superior patient care and service.
• Record and review patient medical histories.
• Examine gums and supporting structures for signs of disease.
• Palpate lymph nodes to detect swelling or tenderness.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and periodontal health.
• Expose and develop x-ray film.
• Chart conditions for diagnosis and treatment by dentist.
• Maintain dental equipment and sterilize instruments.

Skills

Self-starter/independent

Goal-oriented

Customer service

Tech savvy

Lifelong learner

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Education

Dental hygiene licensure (State Board)

Job description

Humphries Family Dental in Alabama is seeking a licensed Dental Hygienist to provide preventive care, X-rays, and patient education. You will perform screenings, cleanings, apply fluoride or sealants, and help maintain a patient-friendly practice environment.

Responsibilities include charting, sterilizing instruments, following state regulations, and supporting the dental team to ensure a high-quality patient experience and adherence to OSHA guidelines.