Job Description
Job Description
Job Summary
Independently owned, 3 doctor dental practice is seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist. Join Southbridge Dentistry where our professionally trained staff has brought our patients state of the art expertise and old fashioned personal care for over 43 years! You will find us at the top of our game as caring for athletes and their dental health is a passion of all the doctors at Southbridge Dentistry.
Currently, we are the team dentists for Denver Nuggets basketball and DU Pioneers athletics!
Join our team to contribute to the oral health and well-being of our patients while working in a supportive and professional environment where you are valued.
Apply today and begin a fantastic career!
Schedule : Full-time, Part-time
Pay : Up to $63.00 per hour
Expected hours : 8 40 per week
Responsibilities
- Welcome patients into the treatment area and make them feel comfortable
- Discuss the dental care plan with patients and answer any questions they have
- Prep sterilized equipment
- Take vital signs and accurately record medical histories
- Perform preliminary exams and collect oral health histories
- Evaluate patients for signs of gum disease, cavities, and infection
- Remove plaque and apply fluoride treatments
- Teach good oral hygiene techniques
- Take x-rays
- Adhere to all health and safety regulations and office policies
Qualifications
- Current Dental Hygienist licensure
- At least 1 year of experience in dental hygiene
- Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations and all dentistry safety guidelines
- Able to stand for extended periods and bend repeatedly
- Excellent communication and customer service skills