What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Hygienist position at Mid-Atlantic Dental Partners?
Overview
We are seeking motivated and experienced Dental Hygienists to join our team at Sonrava Health. As a key member of our hygiene program, you will play a vital role in building strong relationships with patients, teaching them effective oral hygiene techniques, and promoting good nutrition for optimal oral health.
Our ideal candidate will have a minimum of two years' experience working in a fast-paced dental environment, preferably in a DSO/Group Practice setting. You will be responsible for reviewing daily schedules, working efficiently with front office staff, accurately charting patient periodontal health, and communicating effectively with patients and colleagues.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, excellent compensation, and opportunities for growth and career advancement. If you possess strong interpersonal skills, the ability to multitask, and a passion for delivering exceptional patient care, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
- Review daily schedule with staff for hygiene patients
- Work with front office staff to schedule hygiene patients with efficiency
- Accurately chart each patient's periodontal health
- Clearly communicate with patients in a professional manner
- Perform thorough and gentle prophylaxis for patients
- Perform scaling, root planing, and selective polishing for patients as appropriate
- Polish restorations
- Administer local anesthetics, if allowed by dental practice act
- Place medicaments subgingivally for periodontal disease treatment
- Apply cavity-preventive agents, such as fluorides and sealants
- Evaluate patient comfort level during treatment and help relieve patient anxiety
- Accurately and appropriately record provided treatment
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques
- Counsel patients on oral health, including the role of nutrition
- Review patient health and dental history forms and update as necessary
- Perform other tasks assigned by the dentist
- Handle patient records securely and in compliance with HIPAA regulations along with office policies and standard operating procedures
- Accurately record patient medical and dental histories
- Assist in the administration of the recall system
- Actively participate in team meetings
Qualifications
- Must be licensed to practice in state and meet other applicable state requirements
- Minimum two years' associate degree (University-based dental hygiene programs, baccalaureate)
- Experience working in a fast-paced dental environment; DSO/Group Practice experience preferred
Skills and Abilities
- Excellent interpersonal skills to maintain effective rapport with patients, dentists, and coworkers
- Strong verbal skills to communicate professionally with patients and staff
- Proficient multi-tasking abilities in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to manage time efficiently
- Ability to travel between locations preferred
