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Northside Family Dental

Dental Hygienist Job at Northside Family Dental in Columbus

Northside Family Dental, Columbus, OH, United States, 43224


Job Description

Job Description
Benefits/Perks
  • Holiday pay and Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Health Reimbursement Arrangements (HRA)
  • Retirements with employer match
  • Continuing educating (CE) assistance
  • Profit sharing bonuses available
  • Higher pay consideration based on experience
  • Several other benefits available including relocation assistance!
Job Summary
We are seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) with a passion to educate, promote, and treat oral care.  Our office serves a diverse patient population in northeast Columbus, and offers a comfortable, family-oriented work environment where patients are not treated like numbers, and the staff is valued like family.  If you are seeking a relaxed, low-pressure environment in a modern updated office, and love to make a difference in the lives of others through dentistry, then you are encouraged to apply!

Responsibilities
  • Welcome patients into the treatment area and make them feel comfortable
  • Discuss the dental care plan with patients and answer any questions they have
  • Perform preliminary exams and collect oral health histories
  • Evaluate patients for signs of gum disease, cavities, and infection
  • Perform dental hygiene services including plaque removal dental prophylaxis, fluoride, sealants, scaling and root planning 
  • Teach good oral hygiene techniques 
  • Take x-rays
  •  Maintain patient confidentiality 
  • Assist dentist during procedures and exams as needed
  • Adhere to all health and safety regulations and office policies
  •  Provide all care in conjunction with accepted professional dental practices and standards 
Qualifications
  • Graduate of an accredited school of dental hygiene 
  • Current Dental Hygienist licensure
  • At least 2-3 years of experience in dental hygiene
  • Current CPR certification (re-certification provided) 
  • Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations and all dentistry safety guidelines
  • Ability to comply with safety procedures, rules, and regulations in order to maintain a clean and safe working environment 
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills