- Counselling patients and keeping them calm during examination and treatment
- Screening patients, including conducting mouth and neck examinations and reviewing oral health history
- Educating patients on proper teeth and gum care and the importance of diet on oral health
- Taking X-rays and developing dental impressions and radiographs of teeth
- Sterilizing dental instruments and equipment
- Removing plaque, cleaning teeth and helping to prevent gum disease
- Supporting the Dentist on all aspects of dental care
- Staying current with the latest developments in dentistry
- Collecting medical and dental histories from patients
- Charting dental conditions based on observations and evaluations
- Graduated from a dental hygiene college or school approved by the board or accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of the American Dental Association or its successor agency, if any, or any other dental hygiene program accrediting entity recognized by the United States Department of Education
- Completion of the Dental Hygiene National Board Examination
- Experience performing dental hygiene procedures, such as teeth cleaning, scaling and root planning, and periodontal maintenance.
- Proficient in using dental instruments, including hand and ultrasonic scalers, and be knowledgeable about dental materials and equipment.
Krause Dental is a diverse and inclusive employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for this position, please reach out to [email protected].
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $42.00 - $46.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- Registered Dental Hygienist (Required)
Work Location: In person
