What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hygiene Specialist Role position at Spring Ridge Dental Care?
Role and Responsibilities
The Dental Hygienist will play a critical role in providing high-quality patient care, including routine cleanings, exams, and screenings. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate and detailed records of patient interactions and treatments, and collaborating with the dentist and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.
Key Performance Indicators
- Provide high-quality patient care, as measured by patient satisfaction surveys and clinical outcomes
- Meet or exceed productivity and efficiency standards, as measured by case load and treatment planning
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of patient interactions and treatments, as measured by chart audits and compliance reviews
Requirements
- Dental hygienist license in NE
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in dental hygiene (where required)
- Excellent working knowledge of dentistry, dental hygiene procedures, dental patient screening, and medical history documentation
- Experience using Velscope, Diagnodent, digital scanner, digital x-rays, and electronic medical record systems
