Registered Dental Hygienist

Oakpoint; Wilkesboro (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Une clinique dentaire dynamique recherche un Hygiéniste Dentaire Enregistré pour rejoindre son équipe. Le candidat idéal fournira des soins préventifs essentiels, y compris le nettoyage des dents, tout en éduquant les patients sur l'importance des soins dentaires préventifs. Ce rôle est idéal pour quiconque souhaite contribuer significativement à la santé bucco-dentaire des patients dans un environnement de travail collaboratif.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

401(k) Retirement Plan

Monday to Thursday schedule for a healthy work-life balance

Qualifications

• Licencié RDH avec certification de rayons X.
• Certifications en CPR et premiers secours.
• Compétences en communication et approche centrée sur le patient.

Responsibilities

• Fournir des soins préventifs, y compris le polissage et l'application de fluor.
• Éduquer les patients sur les soins préventifs et la santé dentaire.
• Gérer les rendez-vous des patients et leurs suivis.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Attention aux détails

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid RDH license and X-ray certification

CPR and First Aid certification

Job description

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About Us: At River Street Dental, we pride ourselves on providing top-tier preventive dental care in a welcoming and compassionate environment. As a member of our team, you'll play a crucial role in maintaining the oral health and overall well-being of our patients through ongoing preventive care and education.

Position Summary

As a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH), you will deliver essential preventive oral care services, including cleaning, scaling, and polishing teeth to help prevent gum disease and other dental issues. You will work closely with the dentist and other team members to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing preventive care, including scaling, polishing, and fluoride application.
• Record treatment details in patient charts, including procedures performed, treatment plans, and time estimates for follow-up visits.
• Take and process radiographs as directed by the dentist.
• Conduct thorough evaluations of periodontal conditions, occlusal relationships, and the extent of prophylaxis required.
• Assist the dentist during clinical examinations, noting findings and treatment recommendations.
• Administer Nitrous Oxide and Oxygen (where applicable) to ensure patient comfort.
• Apply non-aerosol, non-caustic topical agents, and pit and fissure sealants.
• Remove excess cement from supragingival surfaces and perform oral cancer exams on all patients.
• Maintain treatment rooms by preparing, decontaminating, sterilizing instruments, and restocking supplies.
• Perform root planning and Myofunctional evaluations.
• Educate patients on preventive care, the disease process, and oral bacteria, providing educational literature and home care instructions.
• Clean and maintain restorations and appliances (e.g., dentures, partials).
• Schedule patient appointments and manage recall systems by following up with overdue patients.
  
  

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid RDH license and X-ray certification.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail and a patient-focused approach.
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Monday to Thursday schedule for a healthy work-life balance.
  
  

Join our team and help make a difference in our patients' oral health and overall well-being!

Employment Type: Full Time

Bonus/Commission: No

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care and Medical Practices

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