Primary Objective: Responsible for conducting initial patient screenings, cleaning teeth (e.g. removing plaque) and advising patients on oral health and preventative care. This position will also help the dentist decide treatments for teeth or gum diseases and handle dental emergencies.
Essential Functions/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
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications: - Bilingual - conversational Spanish/English required.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- 1+ years experience as Dental Hygienist or similar role.
- Valid Dental Hygienist license and degree.
