What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Care Specialist position at Affinity Dental Management?
About Us
At Affinity Dental Management, we are dedicated to empowering dental professionals and enhancing patient care.
We provide comprehensive practice management and administrative support services to practices throughout the northeast United States.
Our mission is to stay at the cutting edge of dental medicine and create a positive impact on patient care.
Our Opportunity
- We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Dental Hygienist to join our East Haddam Dental Associates practice on a part-time basis.
- As a vital member of our team, you'll be responsible for motivating, educating, and providing excellent treatment to our patients.
- You will assist with diagnostic and preventive care.
Why Choose This Opportunity?
- Paid sick time off
- Continuing Education (CE) credits
- Opportunities for growth and potential equity
Responsibilities:
- Welcome and seat patients cheerfully
- Prepare and set up treatment rooms for hygiene procedures
- Update patients' health history and provide oral hygiene education
- Perform scaling, root planning, and fluoride application
- Identify periodontal and restorative issues; facilitate dentist's treatment recommendations
- Capture and interpret x-rays
- Conduct head, neck, and oral cancer exams
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and preventive measures
- Schedule appropriate follow-up appointments
- Maintain a clean and organized dental lab
- Adhere to safety and OSHA guidelines as well as office standards
- Occasionally travel to participate in continuing education or seminars
Requirements:
- Associate degree or higher from an ADA-accredited dental hygiene program
- CT state license
- CPR certification
- 1-year dental experience is required
- Certification in anesthesia, preferred if applicable
