Dental Hygienist - •Sign on Bonus! •

Maryland Center for Periodontics and Dental Implants; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in dental health seeks a dedicated Dental Hygienist to join their team. This role involves promoting dental health through various procedures, including periodontal maintenance and oral cancer screenings. You'll prepare treatment rooms, assist with patient care, and educate patients on proper hygiene practices. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Dental Hygiene and excellent communication skills. Join a team that prides itself on clinical excellence and patient satisfaction in a warm and welcoming environment.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Dental Hygiene required.
• Excellent verbal and communication skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment room and patients for hygiene appointments.
• Complete periodontal maintenance and scaling/root planing procedures.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and home care.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Patient Education

Oral Cancer Screening

Instrumentation Maintenance

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Dental Hygiene

Job description

Job Description: Dental Hygienist

Promotes dental health by completing periodontal maintenance and scaling and root planing; providing oral cancer screening and radiographic studies; charting conditions of decay and periodontal disease; and performing procedures in compliance with dental practice acts.

Key Tasks :

1. Prepare treatment room for patient by adhering to prescribed procedures and protocols.
2. Prepare patient for hygiene appointments by welcoming, soothing, seating, and draping patients.
3. Maintain instrumentation for dental hygiene treatment by sharpening, sterilizing, and selecting instruments.
4. Complete periodontal maintenance and scaling / root planing procedures both supragingivally and subgingivally.
5. Detect disease by completing oral cancer screening; feeling and visually examining gums; using probes to probe for pocket depths; assessing levels of gingival recession; and taking radiographs.
6. Apply fluoride when necessary.
7. Assist dentist in managing dental and medical emergencies when necessary.
8. Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and home care.
9. Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
10. Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, networking, and participating in professional societies.
11. Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Required Qualifications :

1. Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Dental Hygiene.
2. Excellent verbal and communication skills.
3. Basic understanding and knowledge of HIPAA and OSHA.
4. Current CPR certification.

Company Description

At the Maryland Center for Periodontics and Dental Implants, we pride ourselves on offering advanced periodontal and dental implant procedures that yield exemplary results — the kind that can often only be obtained from a specialist.

Our doctors are board-certified periodontal specialists who have helped hundreds of patients restore the health of their gums and enhance the appearance of their smiles. Both Dr. Leybovich and Dr. Barth consistently demonstrate a high level of clinical excellence that any patient would want in a dental provider.

Our knowledge of the most cutting-edge procedures and techniques, use of only state-of-the-art equipment, and focus on creating a warm and relaxed atmosphere ensure that our patients receive the quality care they deserve.

For more information about our practice, visit our website: https://mdperioimplantcenter.com.