Registered Dental Hygienist
Company: Taos Dental
Location: Taos
Posted on: May 18, 2023
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Job Description:
Overview:Our friendly dental team is looking for a Registered
Dental Hygienist to join our practice in Taos, NM. Our team has
need for a gentle and caring hygienist. We are searching for a
personable, easy-going team member with a positive attitude, and a
strong desire to be part of an incredible team that strives to
provide the best patient experience.Excellent base salary plus
incentives, health insurance offered with the position. Local
anesthetic licensure, radiographs, excellent skills in perio
diagnosis, treatment diagnosis, and communication are essential. We
pride ourselves in doing the best possible work for our patients.
We want a hygienist who is passionate about their patients and
doing quality work. Please send a resume and references.We are
excited to meet you! SIGN ON BONUS Salary: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour
DOEResponsibilitiesProvide superior patient care and service;
exhibit outstanding customer service and hospitality as well as
chair side manner.Take radiographs of patients using standard
dental radiographic equipmentStay on schedule as much as possible
to create no patient wait time; help manage patient flow; maintain
time flexibility for patient; be present, engaged, ready to work at
all assigned shift times.Educate patient on oral hygiene, health,
disease as well as procedures and services; establish/communicate
continued care.Applying preventive materials to the teeth such as
fluorides and sealantsVerify patient health history and document
appropriately in patients chart.Maintain patient confidentiality
through HIPAA compliancePerform the following duties as applicable
by practice and/or state laws:Screen for Oral CancerTake and record
patients' blood pressure accuratelyTake alginate impressions and
fabricate whitening traysMaintain accurate and legible notes in
patients chartAssist with other office duties as requested or
neededQualificationsValid Dental Hygienist License Minimum of an
Associate's degree in Dental HygieneCertification for other duties
as required by state practice actMaintain annual OSHA, HIPAA and
Infection Control training as required by lawExcellent verbal and
written communication skillsVersed in Dentrix is preferredStrong
multi-tasking and organizational skillsAbility to work well in a
fast-paced environmentKnowledge of all company policies and
rulesINDHRDH01
Keywords: Taos Dental, Santa Fe , Registered Dental Hygienist, Healthcare , Taos, New Mexico
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