Dental Hygienists conduct initial patient screenings, clean teeth (e.g. remove plaque) and advise patients on oral health and preventative care. Dental Hygienists also help dentists decide treatments for teeth or gum diseases and handle dental emergencies
We are a privately owned dental office. Hygienists are expected to see 1 adult patient per hour for recalls and have 90 min for new patient exams. We use digital x rays, inlcuding pano and CBCT. Practice software is OpenDental.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conducting patient screening procedures, such as assessment of oral health conditions, review of the health history, oral cancer screening, head and neck inspection, dental charting, perio-charting and taking blood pressure and pulse
- Taking dental radiographs (x-rays) and intraoral photos
- Perform local anesthesia and administer nitrous oxide
- Removing calculus and plaque (hard and soft deposits) from all surfaces of the teeth
- Applying preventive materials to the teeth (e.g., sealants and fluorides)
- Teaching patient’s appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing and nutritional counseling)
- Counseling patients about good nutrition and its impact on oral health
- Identifying conditions like gingivitis, caries or periodontitis
- Preparing operatories by sterilizing instruments and moving equipment into place
- Providing support to dentists and other staff as needed
- Maintaining OSHA and HIPAA compliance
- Perform other job duties as assigned
Qualifications: State certified dental hygiene license required.
You may apply through Indeed, but we also prefer you to call or stop by the office M-Th 8-4pm to drop off a resume in person and meet the doctor and team. Those interested in regular part-time or temporary fill-in work are invited to apply as well. Thank you.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $27.00 - $33.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Ability to Commute:
- Gulf Shores, AL 36542 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Gulf Shores, AL 36542: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
