Dental Hygienist New Heritage Recruiters - 5.0 Toledo, OH Job Details Full-time $85,700 - $102,800 a year 23 hours ago Qualifications Working with LGBTQ+ individuals Spanish CPR Certification Teamwork Dental care patient counseling BLS Certification High school diploma or GED Working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds Patient counseling Registered Dental Hygienist Health education and counseling Full Job Description Overview We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Dental Hygienist to join our dental team. In this role, you will provide quality dental care to patients under the general supervision of a Dentist, assist other staff in a variety of patient care, office and laboratory duties, and perform broad responsibilities for clinic and community dental health education activities. The ideal candidate will possess a strong knowledge of dental procedures, excellent patient communication skills, and proficiency with various dental management systems. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to patient well-being while working in a collaborative and professional environment. Responsibilities Improve the oral health of patients through the delivery of periodontal therapies. Assess dental condition and needs of patient using approved patient screen procedures, including medical history review, dental charting and periodontal charting. Evaluate overall oral health, examining oral cavity for signs of periodontal disease or possible cancers, including recessed and bleeding gums, and oral lesions. Take digital radiographs as prescribed by dentist. Follow through with oral hygiene procedures in accordance with treatment plans prescribed by the attending dentist. Assist with or initiate emergency measures for sudden adverse developments during treatment of patients. Educate patients in oral hygiene and dental care, including proper tooth brushing, flossing, nutrition and need for professional care. Ensure all tasks provided and associated with patient care, patient administrative processes, and related duties comply with all regulatory and accreditation standards, as well as clinic policies and procedures. Ensure direct patient care is delivered using established dental hygiene procedures. Qualifications High school diploma Successful completion of an accredited dental hygienist program Current Registered Dental Hygienist license with the State of Ohio CPR certification Bilingual Spanish or Polish preferred Prior experience working independently Excellent communication skills with the ability to educate patients effectively Knowledge and interest in working with a diverse patient population including a large LGBTQ+ demographic Schedule Full-Time Hours may vary including working some evenings and weekends based on workload Join our team to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives through exceptional oral healthcare. We value professionalism, attention to detail, and a passion for promoting healthy smiles. #NHR2

Pay:

$85,700.00 - $102,800.00 per year Application Question(s): Are you comfortable working with a large LGBTQ+ patient demographic?

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Dental Hygiene:

1 year (Required)

Language:

Spanish or Polish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Registered Dental Hygienist for the State of Ohio (Required) CPR Certification (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Toledo, OH 43612 (Required)

Work Location:

In person