Dental Hygienist

A Smile 4 U • Full-time • Decatur, Georgia, United States • $84.65k - $118.09k / year • 3w ago

Are you passionate about providing top-notch dental care and making a difference in people's lives? Look no further! A Smile 4U is seeking a skilled and compassionate Dental Hygienist to join our team Full Time at our Decatur location.

About Us:

A Smile 4U is privately owned with locations in Cartersville, Dalton, Decatur, East Point, Alpharetta and Hiram. Utilizing the highest quality, state-of-the-art equipment and scheduling technology, we offer multiple specialties under one roof including general dentistry, sedation dentistry and oral surgery. Additionally, we provide services to both pediatric and adult populations and are dedicated to providing a positive and memorable patient experience for all ages.

Responsibilities:

As a Dental Hygienist at A Smile 4U, you will play a crucial role in assisting our dentists in providing outstanding dental care. Your responsibilities will include:

Perform all dental hygiene procedures including by not limited to: routine treatment procedures such as cleaning, polishing, x-rays, application of sealants and fluorides, and all related perio procedures
Support the dentist in developing and implementing individualized dental hygiene procedures for all patients and delivering the patient's education plan
Complete accurate charting of patients: perio charting and pre-existing
Work under the supervision of dentist in delivering the patient's education plan
Assist dentists in the performance of special tests, procedures and complex operations related to patient's dental care
Any other dental duties and procedures as may be required by the clinic's dental director.
Take accurate notes on the provided treatment and teach proper oral hygiene techniques to patients
Sort and package instruments by tray for proper sterilization, following all OSHA guidelines: act as OSHA coordinator
Securely store and handle patient charts in compliance with legal requirements, including the HIPAA privacy and security regulations if applicable
Complete weekly autoclave testingmonthly supply orders
Assist in the administration of the recall system: schedule patients recall appointments

Schedule:

4 days a week

Tuesday through Friday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Requirements:

Current Georgia Dental Hygienist License
Excellent working knowledge of dentistry, dental hygiene procedures, dental patient screening and medical history documentation
A genuine desire to provide excellent patient care
Ability to work collaboratively with the dental team and support each other
Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with patients and team members effectively
Meticulous in maintaining accurate patient records and ensuring a clean and organized dental operatory

Benefits:

Medical/Dental/Vison
PTO and Paid Holidays
Opportunities for growth

If you are an enthusiastic Dental Hygienist looking to join a dedicated team in providing exceptional dental care, we'd love to hear from you! Join us at A Smile 4U and be part of a fulfilling dental practice that makes a positive impact on our patients' lives.