Dental Hygienist

Job Description

Job Description

The Dental Hygienist plays a vital role and enable the Westown team. The Dental Hygienist works chair-side with patients to ensure good oral health for the patient while delivering on Westown's commitment to exceptional customer service. The Hygienist should possess a friendly, outgoing demeanor and excellent organizational skills.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Patient screening procedures; such as assessment of oral health conditions, review of the health history, oral cancer screening, periodontal charting, taking blood pressure and pulse.
• Take digital x-rays appropriate and perio-diagnosis
• Prophylaxis and plaque and (soft deposits) removal from all surfaces of the teeth
• Applying preventive materials to the teeth (e.g., sealants, fluorides, and varnish)
• Teach patients appropriate oral health strategies (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing, and diet counseling)
• Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
• Non-surgical periodontal therapy (scaling/root planning) and debridement of all calculus deposits
• Sterilize equipment and disinfect operatories per OHSA guidelines
• Must have local anesthesia license
• Must maintain a current radiography certification/re-certification
• Maintain annual OHSA, HIPPA and infection control training as required by law
• Outstanding positive attitude and demeanor
• Complete periodontal charting per guidelines
• Help manage hygiene schedule flow by; reviewing schedule day before, be present, engaged and always ready to work
• Maintain a professional image
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
• Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills
• Ability to work flexible hours
• Participate in recall communication as needed