Dental hygienist(Primary Care)

Cypress Creek Dental; Cypress (TX); Vor Ort; USD 58.000 - 72.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Paid time off

Paid sick time

Free parking

Uniform allowance

Bonus pay

Zusammenfassung

Cypress Creek Dental in Cypress, Texas is seeking a licensed dental hygienist to join our established clinic led by Dr. Shabbir Boxwalla. The role focuses on patient education and delivering high-quality dental care with modern technology.

We offer a Monday–Friday schedule, no weekend shifts, and a 60-minute meal break. Pay is $42–$52 per hour, based on qualifications and experience, with full-time hours.

Qualifikationen

• Licensed dental hygienist in good standing
• X-ray / Radiography Certification valid
• CPR and BLS certifications up to date
• Advanced Dental Hygiene Practitioner Certification preferred
• Nitrous Oxide Certification preferred
• Expanded Functions Dental Hygienist credential preferred

Aufgaben

• Scale and root planing; use Cavitron; radiographs; nitrous oxide administration; laser-assisted periodontal therapy after training
• Record treatments and chair time; document in patient chart; plan next appointment
• Greet, seat, take digital radiographs and display
• Evaluate gingival health and oral tissues; perform oral cancer exam
• Take blood pressure; classify periodontal condition
• Record and communicate treatment details to front office; assist doctor during exams

Kenntnisse

Dental hygiene

Patient education

Bilingual (bonus)

Ausbildung

Licensed dental hygienist

X-ray / Radiography Certification

Advanced Dental Hygiene Practitioner Certification

CPR certification

BLS certification

Driver’s license

Tools

Dentrix

Radiographic equipment

Jobbeschreibung

Dental Clinic looking for Hygienist The office is led by Dr. Shabbir Boxwalla, who is committed to continuing education and staying current with the latest advancements in dentistry. The practice invests in modern technology, which helps provide efficient, high-quality care for patients and creates a positive working environment for the team. The focus is always on patient education and helping people make informed decisions about their oral health. Finally, Cypress Creek Dental is an established and respected practice with a strong reputation, making it an excellent place to grow professionally and contribute to the community.

Pay

• $42 - $52 per hour
• - Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.

Shift & Schedule

• Monday to Friday
• Flexible schedule
• No weekend shifts

• - Work Hours: Monday & Friday: 8 AM - 5 PM; Wednesday: 8 AM - 1 PM; Tuesday & Thursday: 9 AM - 6 PM
• - Breaks: 60-minute meal break (not counted as work hours).
• - No weekend shifts required.

Requirements

• License & Certification: Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, Basic life support, Driver’s license, Licensed dental hygienist, X-ray / Radiography Certification, Advanced Dental Hygiene Practitioner Certification
• Software Experience: Dentrix
• Years of Professional Experience: Experienced Dental hygienist with 1+ years of practice

Preferences

• License & Certification: Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, Basic life support, Driver’s license, Licensed dental hygienist, X-ray / Radiography Certification, Nitrous Oxide Certification, Expanded Functions Dental Hygienist, Advanced Dental Hygiene Practitioner Certification
• Software Experience: Dentrix
• Clinical Experience: Implant Dentistry, General Dentistry
• Years of Professional Experience: Experienced Dental hygienist with 5+ years of practice

Bilingual or multilingual would be a bonus

Job Description

• - Scaling and root planing, appropriate use of Cavitron, Radiographic skills, administration of Nitrous Oxide. Laser assisted periodontal therapy after receiving special training.
• - With formal diagnosis from Dentist, decide on treatment needed for the present appointment and record treatment information in the patient's chart. Enter type of treatment planned for next appointment and the amount of chair time, doctor time and assistant time needed. Dismiss patients.
• - Patient Treatment:
• Greet and seat patients. Take digital radiographs and display on computer.
• Evaluate gingival health and health of all oral tissue.
• Perform oral cancer exam. Take blood pressure.
• Administer nitrous oxide and oxygen. Classify patient's periodontal condition.
• Scale, polish, and apply fluoride.
• Do root planing as necessary
• Do Perio probe and chart.
• Recommend perio consultation; refer out to specialists.
• Application of pit and fissure sealants.
• Polish and contour restorations.
• Polish appliances (partials, dentures, etc.).
• Oral exfoliative cytology.
• Take impressions for diagnostic and opposing models.
• Application of non-aerosol and non-caustic topical agents.
• Removal of post-extraction and periodontal dressings.
• Test pulp.
• Remove cement excess from subgingival surfaces of tooth.
• Myofunctional evaluation.
• Use of extra-oral and intra-oral cameras
• Placement of subgingival anti-microbial (chemotherapeutics) agents
• - Patient Education:
• Explain disease process and the role of bacteria in caries and periodontal health
• Provide appropriate educational literature
• Provide instruction on home care
• Recommend intra-oral aids
• Evaluate hygiene booklets for patient distribution
• Explain prevention to patients and parents of small children
• Reflect and reinforce the doctor's philosophy
• - Recording Patient Information:
• Update medical history and screen for potential problems every year, or after a three-year absence.
• Periodontal charting.
• Chart lesions, existing restorations, and missing teeth.
• Classify periodontal conditions and occlusal relations.
• Charge out completed treatment.
• Counsel patients for case acceptance.
• Inform doctor of any special problems with oral hygiene.
• Assist doctor during clinical exam and record findings and recommendations.
• Record treatment rendered on patient's chart and initial.
• Communicate to the front office: length of time needed for patient's next appointment or recall; when to schedule; what will be done (record in electronic record and code).
• - General Duties:
• Turn on equipment in the morning and off at night.
• Set up treatment rooms for each patient.
• Seat and dismiss hygiene patients.
• Manage supplies, instruments, and the state of treatment rooms.
• Disinfect patient chair, cuspidor, and counter tops.
• Maintain the cleanliness of hygiene room and the functions of the equipment.
• Clean, sterilize, and set up instruments.
• Sharpen instruments.
• Restock hygiene room.
• Clean and lubricate handpieces.
• File charts and offer assistance to the front office.
• Implement and monitor recall system.
• Call patients who are overdue for recall.
• Help clinical assistant if needed.
• Assist and support the doctor in clinical treatment of patients.
• Call patient if late for appointment.
• Help fill schedule.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Paid sick time
• Free parking
• Uniform allowance
• Bonus pay

Facility Information

• - Name: Cypress Creek Dental
• - Location: 10920 Fry Road Ste 200 , Cypress, Texas
• - Type: Dental clinic
• - Healthcare Services: Dental office Dental Hygienist License CPR Certification BLS Certification X-ray / Radiography Certification Local Anesthesia Certification Nitrous Oxide Certification Expanded Functions Dental Hygienist Advanced Dental Hygiene Practitioner Certification Infection Control License Driver's license