Dental Hygienist

If you are a skilled Dental Hygienist with a passion for providing exceptional patient care and would like a shorter commute time, we would love to hear from you. Join our team of dedicated professionals and make a difference in the lives of our patients at Complete Dental MERIDIANVILLE!

Dental Hygienist

Duties:
- Perform dental hygiene procedures, including cleaning teeth, taking dental x-rays, and applying fluoride treatments
- Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and provide recommendations for at-home care
- Assist the dentist during procedures by preparing instruments and materials
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records using electronic systems such as Open Dental Software
- Follow all infection control protocols and maintain a clean and sterile work environment
- Collaborate with the dental team to provide comprehensive patient care
- Stay updated on current dental hygiene practices and advancements in the field

Requirements:
- Valid state dental hygiene license
- Associate degree in dental hygiene or related field
- Proficiency in using dental practice management software such as Dentrix or Eaglesoft
- Knowledge of dental coding and documentation, including familiarity with HIPAA regulations
- Experience working with pediatric patients is preferred but not required
- Excellent communication skills to effectively educate and interact with patients of all ages
- Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work well within a team and collaborate with other dental professionals

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, qualifications, or requirements.

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 36.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person