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Papageorgiou Dental Associates
Part-time Dental Hygienist
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What they do
A Dental Hygienist performs routine dental care, including cleaning teeth and examining patients for signs of oral diseases, and educates patients about good oral health practices. Assists dentists in more complex dental procedures. Works in dental offices under the supervision of dentists and other dental health specialists.
$86,769 / year median in Massachusetts
+31% projected growth
Job Description
Established Dental office in Natick is looking for a part-time dental hygienist to join our practice. We have one doctor, one periodontist, one full time hygienist, and one part time hygienist. We may be adding another doctor part time. We are looking for Tuesdays and Fridays preferably. Fridays are 8
- 2.
Responsibilities:
- Perform dental hygiene procedures, including cleaning, scaling, and polishing teeth
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and provide personalized recommendations for home care
- Conduct dental screenings and assessments to identify oral health issues
- Take and dental x-rays as needed
- Administer local anesthesia when necessary
- Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, including medical history and treatment plans
- Adhere to HIPAA regulations to ensure patient privacy and confidentiality This is an overview of the responsibilities and skills required for the position of Dental Hygienist.