Registered Dental Hygienist

Flossophy Dental Group; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 55,104 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental

Sick Pay

Vacation Pay

Holiday Pay

Bonus

CPR training every 2 years

Job summary

A dental practice in Orlando, Florida, is seeking a skilled Registered Dental Hygienist who is passionate about patient care. You will perform dental cleanings, evaluate medical histories, and assist in treatment planning. Ideal candidates should possess an associate's degree in hygiene, a current state hygiene license, and CPR certification. The position offers pay ranging from $40 to $45 per hour based on experience, alongside benefits like sick pay and vacation pay.

Qualifications

• An associate's degree in hygiene from a recognized institution is required.
• Hygiene license issued by the state.
• CPR certification is current.

Responsibilities

• Perform all types of Dental Cleanings such as prophylactic, gingivitis, and periodontal cleanings.
• Evaluate and update the patient’s medical history.
• Record clinical findings to aid dentists with diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Take diagnostic digital X-rays and intra-oral photographs.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to give local anesthetics

Ability to use an x-ray machine

Comfortable with computer tasks

Education

Associate's degree in hygiene

Current state hygiene license

CPR certification

Job description

Overview

For our expanding dental offices, we’re looking for a skilled and friendly Registered Dental Hygienist with a passion for treating and educating patients on their oral health. You’ll help the dentist with numerous clinical and x-ray equipment operations. You should have a current state hygiene license and previous experience as a dental hygienist to succeed in this position.

Dental hygienists teach patients how to care for their teeth and gums, as well as perform some dental operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform all types of Dental Cleanings such as prophylactic, gingivitis and periodontal cleanings.
• By touching lymph nodes under patients’ chins for evidence of soreness or swelling, doctors can look for signs of mouth cancer.
• Evaluating and updating the patient’s medical history.
• Record clinical findings to aid dentists with diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Examining the gingiva for symptoms of disease, sores, and other dental problems.
• Take diagnostic digital X-rays and intra-oral photographs.
• Sterilize, sharpen and maintain dental instruments.
• Education patients
• To improve patient oral health, promote preventative dental treatment such as fluroide.
• Collaboration with dentists and other dental hygienists.
• Maintaining a patient dental hygiene regimen.

Qualifications

• An associate’s degree in hygiene from a recognized institution is required.
• Hygiene license issued by the state.
• CPR certification is current.
• Possess the ability to give local anesthetics.
• Possessing the ability to use an x-ray machine.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and interpersonal).
• Comfortable with a variety of computer chores.
• Oral hygiene and dental health are topics on which they are well-versed.

Pay and Schedule

Pay Range: $40-$45/hour Based on experience / skill set.

Hours of Operation:

• Monday - Thursday 8:00am - 4:30

Benefits

• Dental
• Sick Pay
• Vacation Pay
• Holiday Pay
• Bonus
• CPR training every 2 years with office staff