Dental Hygienist

Our respected and reputable dental group, in the Frederick area is looking for a Full Time Hygienist. We have a beautiful modern office, a wonderful patient population, an enthusiastic team, and a sincere dentist dedicated to quality care. We are pleased to have a 5-star Google rating from our community of patients.

Key Responsibilities
• Provide dental health education about tooth care and diet
• Remove plaque and calculus by scaling and polishing teeth
• Take impressions and/or dental radiographs of teeth as required
• Apply prophylactic/antibacterial materials, fissure sealants and topical fluorides to help prevent tooth decay
• Carry out screening and monitoring procedures
• Treat and help prevent gingivitis and periodontitis
• Ensure that sterile conditions are maintained
• Clean and sterilize all equipment and working surfaces to the required standards at the end of each session
• Maintain patient dental records; update all medical records as necessary in the Dentrix system
• Follow Health & Safety guidelines in all aspects including when taking x-rays, disposing of sharp and clinical waste, resuscitation, emergency procedures and be CPR certified.
• Offer advice and encouragement to patients
• Follow all practice policies and procedures
Knowledge and Skills
• Registered Dental Hygienist (Required)
• Local Anesthesia (Required)
• Knowledge of Dentrix (Preferred)
• Computer skills: Microsoft Office Programs
• Strong Interpersonal and communication skills
• Able to multi-task and meet deadlines
• Professional manner and appearance at all times

Qualifications
• High school diploma
• Registered Dental Hygienist with at least 2 years’ experience (Preferred)
• X-Ray certified in Maryland (Required)

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