Dental Hygienist

The role

You will maintain patient oral health and promote well-being at a periodontal practice. Duties include performing oral assessments, cleaning teeth, administering local anesthesia, and educating patients on hygiene.

What you will do

• Perform thorough and accurate oral assessments to identify patients' oral health conditions.
• Clean and remove plaque, tartar, and stains from patients' teeth using various dental instruments.
• Administer local anesthesia to patients as required for dental procedures.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, including brushing, flossing, and using mouthwash.
• Provide personalized recommendations for oral care products based on individual patient needs.
• Take dental X-rays and process them for the dentist's evaluation.
• Apply preventive treatments such as fluoride varnishes or sealants to protect patients' teeth.
• Conduct periodontal charting and assist the dentist in identifying and treating gum diseases.
• Help to facilitate/coordinate other office responsibilities as needed.

Required qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a dental Hygienist
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
• Understanding of health & safety regulations
• Good computer skills
• Excellent communication and people skills
• A strong attention to detail
• Well-organized and reliable
• A high school diplomas
• Hygiene Provider State Licensure

Benefits

• 401(k) plan w/match options

About the company

Lanap & Implant Center of Pennsylvania is a periodontal practice. Specialty1 Partners provides human resources and payroll support for the practice.