What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Hygienist position at Poston Dental Care?
About Us
Our Goal is to Offer Comprehensive Dental Care for the Whole Family.
Duties:
- Perform dental hygiene procedures, including dental cleanings, scaling, and root planing
- Take and develop dental x-rays
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and provide oral health instructions
- Administer local anesthesia and nitrous oxide as needed
- Assist the dentist during dental procedures
- Maintain accurate patient records using Dentrix and Dexis dental practice management systems
- Follow infection control protocols and maintain a clean and sterile environment
- Collaborate with the dental team to provide comprehensive patient care
Requirements:
- Valid Dental Hygienist license in Missouri
- Associates or Bachelors degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited program
- Proficiency in medical coding and billing procedures
- Experience with Dentrix, Epic, Eaglesoft, or other dental practice management systems
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask
- Knowledge of dental terminology and procedures
- Ability to work well in a team environment
Work Environment:
Full-time position with rotating weeks: Monday-Thursday and Tuesday-Friday
32 hours per week, 8 hour shift, no nights or weekends
In-person work location, employee benefits include 401(k), dental insurance, employee discount, flexible schedule, paid time off
