Dental Hygienist - DuBois PA - Independence Dental Services

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Part Time Dental Hygienist - Fridays Only

We are looking for an enthusiastic hygienist to join our practice! We are a well established practice located in DuBois that believes in delivering the highest quality of care to our patients.

Responsibilities:

• Perform dental hygiene procedures, including cleaning teeth, removing plaque, and applying fluoride treatments
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and provide personalized recommendations for at-home care
• Conduct patient assessments, including oral health screenings and reviewing medical history
• Records and reviews patient medical histories
• Charts conditions of decay and disease for diagnosis and treatment by dentist
• Take dental x-rays as needed
• Assist the dentist during procedures by providing instruments and materials
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, including medical history, treatment plans, and progress notes in dental software
• Follow strict infection control protocols to ensure a safe and clean environment for patients and staff
• Stay up-to-date with current dental practices and advancements in the field
• Collaborate with the dental team to ensure efficient patient flow and provide excellent patient care
• Maintains dental equipment and sharpens and sterilizes dental instruments

Requirements:

• Valid dental hygiene license
• Associate's degree in dental hygiene or related field
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and dental procedures
• Familiarity with medical records systems and electronic health records
• Experience in dental assisting is a plus
• Proficiency in aseptic technique and infection control protocols
• Strong communication skills to effectively educate and communicate with patients
• Attention to detail for accurate documentation and record keeping
• Ability to work well in a team environment

Skills:

• Medical terminology knowledge
• Anatomy knowledge
• Familiarity with medical records systems such as Dentrix and Opendental
• Dental assisting experience is a plus
• Aseptic technique proficiency
• Patient assessment skills
• Medical documentation skills
• Medical coding knowledge
• Infection control expertise

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of standing, leaning and bending
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, or qualifications required for the role.