Part Time Registered Dental Hygienist

Carolina Smiles; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dental practice is seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist to provide essential oral care to patients. Responsibilities include cleaning, evaluating periodontal health, and educating patients on preventive care. Join a supportive team offering competitive compensation and a positive work environment with flexibility in scheduling.

Benefits

Medical / Dental / Vision / Life Insurance

401(k)

PTO and Holiday pay

Competitive Pay

Qualifications

• Valid RDH license and X-ray certificate required.
• CPR & first aid certification necessary.
• High school diploma or equivalent mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provides ongoing preventive oral care by cleaning and polishing teeth.
• Records treatment information and evaluations on dental charts.
• Administers Nitrous Oxide and provides patient education.

Skills

Customer Service

Preventative Care Education

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

X-ray Equipment

Job description

The RDH is in a special position to provide our patients the most important health service : ongoing preventive oral care by cleaning, scaling and polishing teeth to prevent gum disease.

• Records treatment information on the patient's chart, including treatment rendered, the type of treatment planned and the amount of chair time, doctor time and assistant time needed for next appointment
• Takes radiographs as directed by the doctor
• Records evaluation of periodontal conditions, occlusal relations and extent of prophylaxis on dental chart to ensure a complete diagnosis and proper treatment plan by the dentist
• Provides customer service support to patients by escorting them to and from the treatment room
• Administers Nitrous Oxide and Oxygen to patients as applicable
• Applies non aerosol and non caustic topical agents and pit and fissure sealants
• Removes excess cement from supragingival surfaces of teeth
• Assists doctor during clinical exam and record findings and recommendations
• Performs oral cancer exam on all patients
• Scales, polishes, and applies fluoride to patient’s teeth
• Prepares all treatment rooms including, but not limited to, set-up, decontamination, sterilizing and sharpening all instruments, cleaning hand pieces and room, restocking supplies
• Inspects patient’s oral cavity and charts lesions, existing restorations and missing teeth
• Evaluates gingival health and health of all oral tissue
• Executes root planning and Myofunctional evaluations
• Educates patients on the importance of preventative care, the disease process and the role of bacteria; provides appropriate educational literature and instruction on home care
• Cleans restorations and appliances (partials, dentures, etc.)
• Schedules patient’s next treatment appointment or communicates with appropriate staff to ensure this is done before patient leaves the practice
• Implements and monitors recall system; contacts patients who are overdue for a recall
• Any other duties as assigned

Education / Experience Required :

• High school diploma or equivalent

Special Requirements / Certifications / Licenses :

• Valid X-ray certificate
• Current RDH license
• CPR & first aid certificate

Benefits :

• Medical / Dental / Vision / Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• PTO and Holiday pay
• Competitive Pay

Schedule :

Friday 8 : 30 a.m. to 5 : 30 p.m. and Saturday 8 : 00 a.m. to 2 : 00 p.m. (Flexibility on days)

Requirements :

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Registered Dental Hygienist • Greensboro, NC, US