Dental Hygienist: Preventive Care & Patient Education Pro

Adventist Health; Sonora (CA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Sonora is seeking a Dental Hygienist to deliver preventive dental care in a busy clinic. You will perform screenings, take radiographs, apply sealants/fluoride, and educate patients on oral hygiene under dentist supervision.

Applicants must hold state licensure, CPR/BLS, and a Radiation Safety Certificate; strong infection control and teamwork are essential in this patient-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Licensed dental hygienist in the state of practice.
• CPR or BLS certification from an approved vendor.
• Radiation Safety Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient screening: health history, oral cancer screening, charting.
• Take and develop dental radiographs; remove calculus and plaque.
• Apply sealants/fluoride; teach proper oral hygiene and nutrition.
• Prepare patients for services and assist with office tasks as needed.
• Support dentist during procedures and maintain infection control.

Skills

Preventive care

Patient screening

Dental radiographs

Oral hygiene instruction

Education

Associate/Technical degree

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Adventist Health Sonora is seeking a Dental Hygienist to deliver preventive dental care in a busy clinic. You will perform screenings, take radiographs, apply sealants/fluoride, and educate patients on oral hygiene under dentist supervision.

Applicants must hold state licensure, CPR/BLS, and a Radiation Safety Certificate; strong infection control and teamwork are essential in this patient-centered environment.