What are the responsibilities and job description for the Oral Health Practitioner position at CarolinasDentist?
Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled Dental Hygienist to join our team. As a key part of our patient care team, you will be responsible for performing licensed hygiene procedures, educating patients, and managing the nonsurgical periodontal program as directed by the dentist.
Key Responsibilities:
- Exposing/evaluating diagnostic x-rays, taking and recording blood pressure, adult/child prophylaxis, non-surgical periodontal therapy, and co-assessing possible restorative treatments with the doctor.
- Sealant placement, Arestin, and fluoride treatments as needed.
- Qualifications:
- Dental hygiene certification from an accredited dental hygiene school.
- Current hygiene license where employed.
- Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, BLS and infection control training as required by law.
- Experience with dental software like Open Dental is preferred.
Requirements
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally.
What We Offer
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental benefits, long- and short-term disability, life insurance, 401(k) with 4% matching, holiday pay, and paid time off. Our dental hygienists also receive CEs offered at no charge and are part of a positive work environment and hygiene culture coaching.
We are seeking a highly skilled Dental Hygienist to join our team. As a key part of our patient care team, you will be responsible for performing licensed hygiene procedures, educating patients, and managing the nonsurgical periodontal program as directed by the dentist.
Key Responsibilities:
- Exposing/evaluating diagnostic x-rays, taking and recording blood pressure, adult/child prophylaxis, non-surgical periodontal therapy, and co-assessing possible restorative treatments with the doctor.
- Sealant placement, Arestin, and fluoride treatments as needed.
- Qualifications:
- Dental hygiene certification from an accredited dental hygiene school.
- Current hygiene license where employed.
- Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, BLS and infection control training as required by law.
- Experience with dental software like Open Dental is preferred.
Requirements
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally.
What We Offer
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental benefits, long- and short-term disability, life insurance, 401(k) with 4% matching, holiday pay, and paid time off. Our dental hygienists also receive CEs offered at no charge and are part of a positive work environment and hygiene culture coaching.
