Job Description
**JOB PURPOSE:**
**The Dental Hygienist provides comprehensive preventive and therapeutic dental care to patients, while supporting the dentist in diagnosis, treatment, and patient education. This role includes performing cleanings, administering local anesthetics, providing implant maintenance, assisting with treatment planning, and delivering patient-centered education to promote long-term oral health.**
**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:**
+ Perform scaling and prophylaxis
+ Application of fluoride and related procedures
+ Provide ongoing maintenance care for implant patients.
+ Gross debridement on a partial patient
+ Conduct patient consultations and reinforce treatment recommendations
+ Educate patients on proper oral hygiene practices and preventive care strategies
+ Deliver post-operative instructions and ensure patient understanding of care
**EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:**
+ High School Education or equivalent
+ Active Dental Hygienist license
**GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:**
+ Proficiency in hygiene procedures, infection control, and patient care protocols
+ Strong communication and interpersonal skills for patient education and treatment discussions
+ Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and professionalism
+ Commitment to patient-centered care and long-term oral health outcomes
+ Team-oriented mindset with flexibility to support both patient care and office operations
**Job Details**
**Pay Type** **Hourly**
**Job Category** **Practice Staff**
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Work at office, Local area,
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