Hygienist

OrthoDent; Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

OrthoDent in Bryan, TX seeks a dedicated Hygienist to support dentists and clinical staff in preventing oral disease and promoting patient health. The role emphasizes thorough patient education, radiographic procedures, and meticulous charting within a compliant setting.

The Hygienist will perform screenings, administer preventive care, and collaborate on treatment plans while maintaining compassionate patient relations and accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• Licensed dental hygienist in good standing.
• Experience with radiographs, charting and assessment.
• Strong communication and patient education skills.
• Familiarity with dental software and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent patient service and resolve concerns.
• Perform patient screenings and vital measurements.
• Take and develop dental radiographs as needed.
• Remove calculus and plaque from all surfaces; apply sealants/fluoride.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene techniques.
• Take impressions of patients' teeth as required.
• Maintain accurate patient records and charting.
• Complete continuing education to maintain certifications.
• Ensure OSHA safety compliance and facility upkeep.
• Travel for training and related business activities.

Skills

Patient care

Radiography

Dental charting

Patient education

Education

Associate degree in Dental Hygiene

Tools

Dental software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position title

Hygienist

Purpose

The Hygienist is responsible for the oral health needs of the patients, working together with the Dentist and clinical staff to meet those needs. The Hygienist focuses on prevention and education for patients’ optimum health.

Essential Functions

• Provides outstanding customer service with patient as #1 priority; partnering with staff, timely and successfully resolves patient complaints, concerns and questions
• Provides patient screening procedures including assessment of oral health conditions, review of the health history, oral cancer screening, head and neck inspection, dental charting and taking blood pressure and pulse
• Takes and develops dental radiographs as necessary
• Removes calculus and plaque from all surfaces of the teeth
• Applies preventive materials to the teeth, including sealants and fluorides
• Teaches patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health, including tooth brushing, flossing and nutritional counseling
• Makes impressions of patients' teeth
• Effectively understands and utilizes company dental software, HRIS, applicable Microsoft Suite applications and other internet vehicles as necessary
• Understands company’s timekeeping system and enters hours worked and PTO appropriately and timely; gains pre-approval from Office Manager for overtime; notifies Office Manager immediately of discrepancy in hours paid through payroll
• Completes documentation in patients’ files and related clerical tasks
• Completes continuing education as required by office; monitors so that certifications do not expire
• Maintains facilities and equipment in accordance with hygiene and safety regulations including OSHA; follows required OSHA and Workers’ Compensation safety procedures and processes as necessary
• Travels as necessary for business related functions and training

Nonessential functions

• Makes follow up calls for patients to check on applicable conditions
• Performs additional tasks as necessary or assigned to achieve office/company goals

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed for this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The company reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.