At Modern Family Dentistry, we have a team of dental experts to help our patients achieve the best in oral health by being dedicated to patient-centered care. We are delighted to provide our patients with care and attention that helps them feel at ease. Our doctors and staff are unwavering in their commitment to bring our patients the best dental care.

Position Summary:

The dental hygienist is responsible for performing licensed hygiene procedures, educating patients, and management of the nonsurgical periodontal program as directed by the dentist.

Responsibilities:

Establish and maintain continued patient care relationships
Verify/document patient health history and educate patients about oral hygiene/health/disease as well as procedures and services offered
Perform clinical hygiene functions including but not limited to: exposing/evaluating diagnostic x-rays, taking and recording blood pressure, adult/child prophylaxis, non-surgical periodontal therapy, and co-assessing possible restorative treatments with the doctor
Determine needs and perform sealant placement, Arestin, and fluoride treatments as needed

Qualifications:

Dental hygiene certification from accredited dental hygiene school
Current hygiene license where employed
Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, BLS and infection control training as required by law
Experience with dental software

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Dental Hygienist