Registered Dental Hygienist

Registered Dental Hygienist Avon Family Dentistry - 4.7 Avon, CT Job Details Part-time $40 - $47 an hour 6 days ago Benefits Employee discount Qualifications Health screenings Chairside assisting Patient comfort Fluoride treatment HIPAA High school diploma or GED X-Ray Certification Dental sterilization procedures Dental prophylaxis Disinfection procedures Eaglesoft Dental equipment Medical equipment cleaning Dental Hygiene Operating medical imaging equipment Patient interaction 1 year Patient charting Managing patient records Registered Dental Hygienist Communication skills Post-operative care Health education and counseling Entry level Full Job Description Come join our wonderful docs and team! We seek an energetic RDH with great people and clinical skills for our family practice. Part-time with the hours mentioned below. Eaglesoft experience a plus. Please email resume and wage requirements in confidence. Responsibilities Ensure patients feel as comfortable as possible before their examination Sterilize dental instruments properly Conduct initial mouth screenings and check oral health history Identify conditions like gingivitis, caries or periodontitis Clean and help protect patients' teeth , 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 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 (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; Valid license to practice in

CT Salary:

$40.00 to $47.00 /hour (Negotiable based on experience)

Experience:

dental hygiene: 1 year (Preferred)

License:

Dental Hygienist (Required) Hours per week: Monday 2pm- 8pm Saturday 7:30 am -1pm (2 Saturdays a Month)

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$40.00 - $47.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

X-Ray Certification (Required)

Work Location:

In person