Job Description
Job Description
Our team is looking for a purpose-driven hygienist for our practice in Woodland Hills for 3-4 days a week.
Our perfect RDH is a great communicator and educator who believes in the oral systemic connection.
Summary : Completes treatment of patient’s oral and periodontal care including patient education by performing the following duties.
Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Provides oral or written pre-operative and post-operative treatment instructions.
- Reviews patient charts prior to appointments, updates health histories and documents blood pressure and other information that may affect treatments.
- Provides periodontal treatments to include scaling, root planning, curettage, periodontal charting and polishing.
- Provides treatment for adult and children prophylaxis which may include but not limited to – exams, radiographs, prophylaxis, fluoride, and sealant.
- Performs complete periodontal charting per practice protocol.
- Administer local anesthesia with directions from the doctor.
- Promotes exceptional dental care by providing periodontal health education through demonstration and appropriate literature and multimedia resources.
- Documents services rendered and other related information in patients' charts following each appointment.
- Charts necessary future dental treatments as dictated by the Doctor during examinations.
- Responsible for proper upkeep of operatory equipment at all times including but not limited to :
general cleaning, sharpening and sterilizing hand instruments, disinfecting operatories between appointments, cleaning and maintaining equipment related to daily functions
Cleans treatment areas at the end of each day to include flushing the evacuation system, emptying trash and preparing treatment rooms for the following business day.Remains aware of supply / stock levels available in the office, and communicates effectively with co-workers to place orders.Provides support to office personnel when primary responsibilities are completed including but not limited to :Setting and confirming appointments and / or filling scheduleChecking in with Doctor / Business ManagerMaintaining a clean work environment.Follows all company policies and procedures paying special attention to patient care and safety.Communicates effectively with a diverse group of clients.Maintains proper knowledge of HIPAA compliances and clinical skills.Provides quality customer service.Completes continuing education units.Maintains required vaccinations and testing.Our office follows strict COVID protocols.
Our vision is to provide high quality family dentistry in a safe and gentle environment and meet our patients’ dental needs, in a professional, compassionate, and personable manner.
We have a passionate and dynamic team that works hard to that end and strives for a great work-life balance.
Benefits :
401(k), Health insurance, Paid time off, and Bonus pay
Schedule :
8 hour shiftNo weekends