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Dental Hygienist
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Smith Family and Cosmetic Dentistry
Wilmington, NC (In Person)
$88,400 Salary, Full-Time
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Job Description
Duties:
- Perform dental hygiene procedures, including cleaning teeth, removing plaque and tartar, and applying fluoride treatments
- Take and develop dental x-rays
- Conduct oral cancer screenings
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and provide personalized recommendations for at-home care
- Administer local anesthesia and nitrous oxide as needed
- Assist the dentist during procedures by providing necessary instruments and materials
- Maintain accurate patient records and update medical documentation as necessary
- Follow strict infection control protocols to ensure a safe and sterile environment
Skills:
- Proficient in recording patient information accurately
- Strong knowledge of dental anatomy and terminology
- Experience using Epic or similar electronic health record systems
- Ability to maintain aseptic technique during procedures to prevent cross-contamination
- Skilled in conducting patient assessments to identify oral health issues and develop appropriate treatment plans
- Thorough understanding of infection control protocols to minimize the risk of transmission of infectious diseases
- Excellent medical documentation skills to ensure accurate recording of patient information and treatment details
- Familiarity with managing and maintaining electronic medical records This is not an exhaustive list of duties or skills required for the position.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$40.00- $45.