Modern dental office in central Boca Raton is looking for a Dental Hygienist to help treat patients and promote good oral health practices. We offer competitive pay, monthly bonus pay, 100% health insurance, vacation and holiday pay. This is a great opportunity to be part of an amazing team.

Our Dental Hygienist's duties revolve around conducting initial patient screenings, cleaning teeth (e.g. removing plaque) and advising patients on oral health and preventative care. You’ll help dentists decide treatments for teeth or gum diseases and handle dental emergencies. As a Dental Hygienist, you should be reliable and able to build trust with patients of all ages. You should have deep knowledge of relevant health and safety rules and a good eye for oral diseases and anomalies. If you have a steady hand and great bedside manner, we’d like to meet you.

Responsibilities

Ensure patients feel as comfortable as possible before their examination
Sterilize dental instruments properly
Conduct initial mouth screenings and check oral health history
Identify conditions like gingivitis, caries or periodontitis
Clean and help protect patients’ teeth (e.g. remove plaque or apply fluoride)
Educate patients of all ages on proper teeth care (by demonstrating, for example, good brushing techniques)
Give instructions to patients after operations or other dental procedures
Take X-rays or dental impressions
Assist dentists with selecting appropriate treatments for various diseases (including oral cancer)
Maintain documentation and charts on each patient
Monitor supplies

Skills

Proven experience as Dental Hygienist
Experience with Dentrix
In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations in this profession (e.g. HIPAA)
Experience in preparing and maintaining dental equipment
Outstanding communication skills
A patient and friendly personality
Attention to detail
Diploma in Dental Hygiene
Valid licence to practice

Job Types: Contract, Part-time, Full-time

Benefits:

Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

Bonus pay

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

dental hygienist: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Registered Dental Hygienist (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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