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NEO Dental Implants and Oral Surgery
Hygienist
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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.
$74,584 / year median in Ohio
+11% projected growth
Job Description
We are hiring a Hygienist, come join our team! Solon, OH | Full-time |
Records and reviews patient medical histories; charts conditions of decay and disease for diagnosis and treatment by dentist. Maintains dental equipment and sharpens and sterilizes dental instruments. Provides clinical services or health education to improve and maintain the oral health of patients or the general public. Assist the surgeon during exams and procedures as needed
NEO Dental Implants & Oral Surgery Who We Are:
NEO Dental Implants & Oral Surgery provides world-class oral care in Northeast Ohio. Our surgeons combine personalized care with precise techniques to make every patient's visit a positive one. We prioritize a patient-first approach from consultation to post-treatment. We're looking for a passionate and dedicated Dental Hygienist to join our team to ensure we are providing comprehensive care and supporting our patients' long-term oral health.Position Highlights:
As a Dental Hygienist, you will play a vital role in our patient care team. You will be responsible for performing dental cleanings, conducting oral health assessments, taking x-rays, applying fluoride or sealants, and educating patients on oral hygiene. Your attention to detail, communication skills, and ability to build relationships with patients will help create a positive experience for everyone who visits our office.Responsibilities:
Cleans calcareous deposits, accretions, and stains from teeth and beneath margins of gums using dental instruments. Examines gums using probes to locate periodontal recessed gums and signs of gum disease; feels lymph nodes under patient's chin to detect swelling or tenderness that could indicate the presence of oral cancer. Applies fluorides or other cavity-preventing agents to arrest dental decay. Takes dental x-rays, exposes and develops x-ray film.Records and reviews patient medical histories; charts conditions of decay and disease for diagnosis and treatment by dentist. Maintains dental equipment and sharpens and sterilizes dental instruments. Provides clinical services or health education to improve and maintain the oral health of patients or the general public. Assist the surgeon during exams and procedures as needed