Registered Dental Hygienist

SeaCliff Dental • Full-time • San Francisco, CA, US • $70 - $75 / hour • 20h ago

Job Summary
Join our dynamic dental team as a Registered Dental Hygienist and play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care while promoting optimal oral health. In this energetic and rewarding position, you will utilize your expertise to perform thorough dental cleanings, patient assessments, and education, ensuring a positive experience for every patient. Your dedication will help foster a welcoming environment where patients feel confident in their dental health journey. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow professionally within a supportive practice that values precision, compassion, and teamwork.

Duties

Perform comprehensive dental hygiene procedures including prophylaxis, scaling, root planing, and polishing to maintain oral health.
Conduct patient assessments by reviewing medical histories, vital signs, and current dental conditions to develop personalized treatment plans.
Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, preventive care, and the importance of regular dental visits to promote lifelong oral health habits
Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of patient records, treatment notes, and medical histories in electronic medical record (EMR) Dentrix.
Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations by safeguarding patient confidentiality and handling sensitive medical information responsibly.

Skills

Proficiency in dental software systems Dentrix for scheduling, documentation review, and record keeping.
Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, infection control practices, and aseptic techniques essential for safe clinical practice.
Ability to perform patient care tasks including vital signs measurement and patient assessment with professionalism and empathy.
Familiarity with medical coding and documentation review processes for accurate billing and record accuracy.
Excellent communication skills to educate patients effectively while demonstrating attention to detail in documentation and medical records management. Join us as a Registered Dental Hygienist where your expertise will directly impact our patients’ smiles while advancing your career in a vibrant healthcare environment!

Pay: $70.00 - $75.00 per hour

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