Registered Dental Hygienist

Axiom Dentistry; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

401(k)

PTO and Holiday pay

Competitive Pay

Job summary

Axiom Dentistry is seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) in Raleigh, NC, to provide essential preventive oral care. The RDH will perform teeth cleanings, education for patients, and support the dentist during clinical exams.

Qualified candidates must hold a valid RDH license and a high school diploma. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k), PTO, and competitive pay. Join our team and make a difference in patient health!

Qualifications

• Experience in dental hygiene or related fields.
• Valid X-ray certificate required.
• Current RDH license necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing preventive oral care through teeth cleaning and scaling.
• Assist in diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Educate patients on oral care and disease prevention.
• Prepare treatment rooms and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Patient care

Effective communication

Dental hygiene procedures

Knowledge of dental radiography

Education in preventive care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dental instruments

X-ray equipment

Job description

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.

Essential Duties

• 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

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