Dental Hygienist: Preventive Care & Patient Education Pro

Neighborhood Services Organization; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Neighborhood Services Organization is seeking a Dental Hygienist to work with dentists to provide comprehensive oral health care. Responsibilities include cleaning, X-rays, patient education, and chair-side support under the supervision of a dentist.

The role requires an Oklahoma license, a hygiene degree, CPR certification, and a background check. Schedule is 8:00 am-5:00 pm, with a rotating Saturday each month, in Oklahoma City.

Qualifications

• Requires a degree in dental hygiene (AS or BS).
• Current Oklahoma dental hygienist license.
• CPR certification required.
• 1–3 years experience preferred.
• Background check and drug screen; safety sensitive position.

Responsibilities

• Screen patients: health history, oral exam, cancer screening, vital signs.
• Remove calculus and plaque from all tooth surfaces under dentist supervision.
• Take digital radiographs with snap-a-ray positioners.
• Apply sealants and fluorides to teeth.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and nutrition.
• Provide chair-side assistance during periodontal procedures.
• Document dental history and lab results; report observations to dentist.
• Prepare reports; assist in emergencies and patient admissions.
• Prepare treatment areas and assist with admissions/discharges.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Eaglesoft

Education

Associate or Bachelor's in Dental Hygiene

Tools

Eaglesoft

Job description

Neighborhood Services Organization is seeking a Dental Hygienist to work with dentists to provide comprehensive oral health care. Responsibilities include cleaning, X-rays, patient education, and chair-side support under the supervision of a dentist.

The role requires an Oklahoma license, a hygiene degree, CPR certification, and a background check. Schedule is 8:00 am-5:00 pm, with a rotating Saturday each month, in Oklahoma City.