Spring House Family Dentistry seeks a licensed Dental Hygienist to provide high-quality preventive care, including exams, prophylaxis, scaling and root planing, and periodontal maintenance. Responsibilities include taking digital radiographs and intraoral images, applying sealants and fluoride, reviewing medical histories, and assisting with patient education on oral hygiene and treatment plans. You'll collaborate closely with our dentist and team, document accurately in our digital systems, and support a calm, comfortable visit for patients of all ages in our modern, community-focused practice. Responsibilities Perform routine cleanings, periodontal therapy, and preventive treatments for patients of all ages Conduct periodontal assessments, charting, and ongoing maintenance care Take and evaluate digital radiographs and intraoral images following safety protocols Educate patients on oral hygiene, preventive care, and recommended treatment plans Review and update medical histories and document care in digital records accurately Maintain strict infection control, sterilization, and
OSHA/CDC
compliance Collaborate with the dentist and team to coordinate comprehensive patient care Help create a calm, comfortable, and friendly environment for anxious or pediatric patients Support patient scheduling, follow-up, and treatment plan acceptance as needed Required Skills Dental prophylaxis Scaling and root planing Periodontal assessment and maintenance Digital radiography Infection control and sterilization Local anesthesia and nitrous monitoring (where permitted) Dental charting and documentation (EHR) Patient education and communication Fluoride and sealant application Use of intraoral cameras and modern dental technology