Job Opening: Registered Dental Hygienist - Private Practice

Pristine Smiles is excited to announce a career opportunity for a dedicated Registered Dental Hygienist in our private practice. We are seeking a professional with a commitment to providing exceptional dental care in a part-time capacity. This position is ideal for an individual looking to further their career in a supportive and dynamic work environment. Please note, this is not a remote job opportunity and the candidate will be required to work onsite in our well-equipped dental practice.

Our practice prides itself on delivering top-notch patient care and comprehensive dental services. We are offering a competitive $2000 sign-on bonus to a candidate who aligns with our high standards of care and professionalism. If you are passionate about dental health and wish to be part of a growing team, this position may be perfect for you.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct initial dental assessments and evaluate patient oral health history.
• Perform professional dental cleaning procedures such as scaling, root planing, debridement, and polishing teeth.
• Apply preventive materials to teeth such as sealants and fluorides.
• Assist in the diagnosis of common oral health conditions and diseases.
• Take and develop dental radiographs (x-rays).
• Provide instructions on proper dental hygiene practices to patients.
• Maintain patient dental records with accurate and timely documentation.
• Work collaboratively with dentists and other practice staff to ensure comprehensive delivery of dental services and smooth practice operations.
• Follow all OSHA and safety policies as they relate to dental practice operations and patient care.
• Manage inventory of clinical supplies and notify management of low stock situations.

Requirements

• Must be licensed as a Registered Dental Hygienist in Tennessee.
• Minimum of 2 years clinical experience in a dental office preferred.
• Excellent understanding of dental hygiene procedures.
• Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods.
• Proficiency in using dental software and computer-based patient management systems.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients and team members.
• Detail-oriented with the capacity to multi-task and prioritize tasks.
• Commitment to maintaining high safety and sanitary standards.
• Enthusiasm for continual learning and improvement in dental practices.
• Adept at handling patient anxiety and delivering patient-centred, gentle care.