Dental hygienist

Position: Part-Time Dental Hygienist

Salary: $55-$60 per hour

Schedule: Monday and Wednesday

Requirements: Cardiopulmonary resuscitation Licensed dental hygienist-Current NYS Dental Hygiene License-Current CPR/First Aid Certification

Job Description: As a Registered Dental Hygienist, you will play a pivotal role in delivering comprehensive dental care and upholding high standards in a patient-focused environment. This role involves providing preventive, therapeutic, and educational services to support patients' long-term oral health.

Key Responsibilities: Patient Care:

• Assess patients' oral health status, including pre- and post-operative evaluations, treatment planning, and follow-up care.
• Perform clinical procedures such as prophylaxis, scaling and root planning, laser therapy, and administering local chemotherapeutic agents.
• Take X-rays and intraoral images to support accurate diagnoses and treatment planning.
• Preventive Care & Education:
• Provide oral hygiene care, including removing deposits and promoting overall oral health.
• Educate patients and their families on effective oral hygiene practices, product usage (e.g., sealants, X-rays), and the impact of lifestyle habits (e.g., smoking, diet, alcohol use) on oral health.
• Record Management:
• Accurately document patient records, including vital signs and dental charting, in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Maintain thorough and organized patient charts for effective collaboration with physicians, dentists, and other healthcare providers.
• Advanced Procedures:
• Perform advanced dental interventions within state licensing regulations, including periodontal therapy and other necessary procedures.
• Ensure compliance with Medicare and state-specific dental guidelines.

Location: 2625 W. Alameda Ave. Suite 508, Burbank, CA 91505