PAY IS NEGOTIABLE/ DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE UPON INTERVIEW

LOOKING FOR A PART TIME/POSSIBLY FULL TIME HYGIENEST

DAYS/HOURS WILL BE DISCUSSED UPON INQUIRING

We are looking for a Dental Hygienist to help treat patients and promote good oral health practices at our busy Middleburg Heights office. As a candidate, 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
• 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
• 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
• Stamina to meet the physical demands of the job
• Diploma in Dental Hygiene; Master’s is a plus
• Valid license to practice

We are a single Doctor owned private practice. Experience with Open Dental, Digital X-Rays (XDR), and proper sterilization techniques preferred.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $42.59 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift

Education:

• Associate (Required)

License/Certification:

• Registered Dental Hygienist Associates (Required)
• Dental License (Required)

Work Location: In person