Registered Dental Hygienist
Asheville, NC
Job Responsibilities
- Evaluate the patients oral health status and needs via screening protocols, including medical history assessment, dental charting, and periodontal charting
- Provide hands-on patient care following standard dental hygiene protocols
- Measure and record patient vital signs
- Carry out standard procedures such as prophylaxis and polishing
- Capture diagnostic radiographs as directed by the dentist for treatment planning
- Administer sealants and fluoride applications
- Manage electronic patient records
- Record the patients dental history and primary complaint
- Document and relay relevant clinical findings
- Educate patients on preventing caries and periodontal disease through diet and effective home-care practices
- Clean and sterilize all instruments
- Prepare the treatment plan as outlined by the dentist
- Discuss the treatment plan and related fees with the patient
- Clearly convey patient questions or concerns to the dentist
- Serve as the lead treatment coordinator
- Perform additional tasks as required
QUALIFICATIONS
Must be dependableGraduate of an accredited dental hygiene certificate or associate-degree program with a current North Carolina hygienist licenseAble to think independently and apply sound judgmentCapable of developing, influencing, interpreting, and / or applying operational proceduresDemonstrates a team-oriented approach to dutiesExhibits initiative, reliability, and punctualityHandles frequent, detail-oriented repetitive tasksAdapts readily to varied assignments with a positive attitudeFollows directions and accepts accountability for own performanceMaintains strict confidentiality regarding patients and their careReads and comprehends documents such as safety guidelines, procedure manuals, and written correspondenceUnderstands instructions provided in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule formatJob Type : Full-time Benefits :
401(k)Dental insuranceFlexible scheduleHealth insurancePaid time offVision insuranceSchedule :
Monday to FridaySupplemental Pay :
Signing bonusAbility to commute / relocate :
Must reliably commute or plan to relocate prior to start date (Preferred)License / Certification :
Registered Dental Hygienist License (Required)Work Location : One location Interested applicants should email their resume to cyn@bluejaydental.com or text Cyn at 407-625-6349 for a prompt response.