Dental Hygienist

Job Description

Job Description

Our team is looking for a purpose-driven hygienist for our practice in Woodland Hills for 3-4 days a week.

Our perfect RDH is a great communicator and educator who believes in the oral systemic connection.

Summary : Completes treatment of patient’s oral and periodontal care including patient education by performing the following duties.

Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Provides oral or written pre-operative and post-operative treatment instructions.
• Reviews patient charts prior to appointments, updates health histories and documents blood pressure and other information that may affect treatments.
• Provides periodontal treatments to include scaling, root planning, curettage, periodontal charting and polishing.
• Provides treatment for adult and children prophylaxis which may include but not limited to exams, radiographs, prophylaxis, fluoride, and sealant.
• Performs complete periodontal charting per practice protocol.
• Administer local anesthesia with directions from the doctor.
• Promotes exceptional dental care by providing periodontal health education through demonstration and appropriate literature and multimedia resources.
• Documents services rendered and other related information in patients' charts following each appointment.
• Charts necessary future dental treatments as dictated by the Doctor during examinations.
• Responsible for proper upkeep of operatory equipment at all times including but not limited to :

general cleaning, sharpening and sterilizing hand instruments, disinfecting operatories between appointments, cleaning and maintaining equipment related to daily functions

• Cleans treatment areas at the end of each day to include flushing the evacuation system, emptying trash and preparing treatment rooms for the following business day.
• Remains aware of supply / stock levels available in the office, and communicates effectively with co-workers to place orders.
• Provides support to office personnel when primary responsibilities are completed including but not limited to :
• Setting and confirming appointments and / or filling schedule
• Checking in with Doctor / Business Manager
• Maintaining a clean work environment.
• Follows all company policies and procedures paying special attention to patient care and safety.
• Communicates effectively with a diverse group of clients.
• Maintains proper knowledge of HIPAA compliances and clinical skills.
• Provides quality customer service.
• Completes continuing education units.
• Maintains required vaccinations and testing.

Our office follows strict COVID protocols.

Our vision is to provide high quality family dentistry in a safe and gentle environment and meet our patients’ dental needs, in a professional, compassionate, and personable manner.

We have a passionate and dynamic team that works hard to that end and strives for a great work-life balance.

Benefits :

401(k), Health insurance, Paid time off, and Bonus pay

Schedule :

• 8 hour shift
• No weekends
30+ days ago