Dental Hygienist

Job Details

Location:

Newark, NJ 07105
Position Type:
Part Time
Salary Range: $51.00 - $51.00 Hourly

Shift: Day
Position Details: PT Day, Mon-Fri, 4 hrs/day

The Dental Hygienist works under the supervision of a licensed dentist to provide oral health care and education to patients. This role focuses on preventive care, assisting with dental procedures, and ensuring the cleanliness and safety of the dental unit.

• Conduct patient screenings, including reviewing medical history and assessing oral health conditions.
• Perform professional dental cleanings, including scaling, polishing, and fluoride applications.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene practices, including brushing, flossing, and dietary habits.
• Takes and develops dental radiographs (X-rays) as needed.
• Administer local anesthetics as permitted by state regulations.
• Prepare and maintain dental instruments and equipment for procedures.
• Assist the dentist during examinations and treatment, providing necessary instruments and support.
• Maintain accurate patient records, charting findings, and documenting procedures performed.
• Ensure compliance with infection control protocols and maintain a sterile environment.
• Assist in ordering and maintaining inventory of dental supplies.
• Maintain current CPR/AED certification.
• All other duties as assigned.

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited program.
• Current state licensure as a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH).
• Certification in local anesthesia and nitrous oxide administration (if required by state regulations).
• CPR/BLS certification required.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regularly required to stand, walk, and communicate effectively.
• Frequently required to use hands to handle dental instruments and operate equipment.
• May need to assist patients in and out of the dental chair.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, and depth perception.