Job Brief
As a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH), you will play a vital role in providing exceptional oral hygiene care to patients. Your primary responsibilities will include assessing patient oral health, maintaining accurate health records, and advising on effective oral health maintenance and disease prevention strategies. This position requires a detail-oriented individual with a strong commitment to patient care, clinical expertise, and excellent communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Administer comprehensive oral hygiene care, including teeth cleaning and scaling.
- Assess patients’ oral hygiene needs and develop tailored care plans.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient health records and treatment histories.
- Educate patients on proper oral health maintenance techniques and disease prevention.
- Perform advanced dental procedures, such as fluoride treatments and administering topical anesthesia.
- Collaborate with dental professionals to provide integrated patient care.
- Stay current with industry trends and best practices in dental hygiene.
- Adhere to all safety and infection control protocols to ensure patient safety.
Requirements
- Valid state license to practice as a Registered Dental Hygienist.
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited program.
- Strong knowledge of dental hygiene practices and oral health education.
- Experience with dental software and electronic health records (EHR) systems.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
- Current CPR certification and knowledge of emergency procedures.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuing education.
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