Registered Dental Hygienist

We are looking for a part-time Dental Hygienist to join our practice to take care of our patients for our busy reputable general dental office. Ideal candidate is someone who is a team player, patient-oriented, friendly, productive, and flexible to work with.

** STARTS OFF AS A PART-TIME (WEDNESDAY & THURSDAYS + 1 SATURDAY FOR EACH MONTH) BUT EVENTUALLY WILL INCREASE TO A FULL TIME POSITION.

We thrive on working as a team, caring for our easy-going, multi-generational patients, in a family-type atmosphere. And we have fun doing it! We are a close-knit group who enjoys working together, learning together in continuing education, and even playing together outside of the office.

If you have a steady hand and great bedside manner and an excitement to improve your profession, we'd love to meet you!

Responsibilities
- Ensure patients feel as comfortable as possible before their examination
- Conduct initial mouth screenings and check oral health history
- Identify conditions like gingivitis, caries or periodontitis
- Clean and help protect patients teeth (e.g. remove plaque or apply fluoride)
- Educate patients of all ages on proper teeth care (by demonstrating, for example, good brushing techniques)
- Give instructions to patients after operations or other dental procedures
- Take X-rays or dental impressions
- Assist dentists with selecting appropriate treatments for various diseases (including oral cancer)
- Maintain documentation and charts on each patient
- Monitor supplies

Skills
- Proven experience as Dental Hygienist or similar role
- In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations in this profession (e.g. HIPAA)
- Experience in preparing and maintaining dental equipment
- Outstanding communication skills
- A patient and friendly personality
- Attention to detail
- Stamina to meet the physical demands of the job
- Diploma in Dental Hygiene; Master s is a plus
- Valid license to practice

Please email us your resume! Thank you!

We’re a private dental office in Richmond, Texas and located in the Aliana community. Looking for a full-time treatment coordinator/front desk receptionist with a bubbly personality and a natural ability to make people smile and feel at home. Our motto at SFD is treat patients like family and not strangers. We believe building a strong and caring relationship with our employees and patients will create a more enjoyable working environment.

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