（Part-time） Dental hygienist job at Steven C. Arima

Duties

Conduct thorough patient assessments, including reviewing medical histories and vital signs.
Perform dental cleanings, scaling, and root planing procedures.
Utilize medical imaging techniques to assist in diagnosing oral health issues.
Provide chairside assistance during dental procedures, supporting the dentist as needed.
Educate patients on proper oral hygiene practices and preventive care.
Maintain accurate and complete medical records in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Ensure infection control protocols are followed, utilizing aseptic techniques.
Collaborate with the dental team to deliver comprehensive patient care in both pediatric and general dentistry settings.
Stay updated on dental terminology, medical coding, and documentation review processes.

Expected hours: 24 per week

Collaborate with healthcare professionals
Direct patient care
Anatomy knowledge
Vital signs
Dental hygienist experience
Dental care patient counseling
Electronic health records (EHR) management
Achieving HIPAA compliance
Root planing
Patient assessment
Medical coding
Maintaining patient confidentiality
Dental scaling
HIPAA
Clinic experience
Mid-level
Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise
Preventive health (patient care)
Dental prophylaxis
Dental terminology
Experience with children
Dentrix
Dental x-ray
Eaglesoft
Clinical documentation
Four handed dentistry
Operating medical imaging equipment
Patient interaction
Healthcare diagnosis
Aseptic technique
Bitewing x-ray
Patient treatment
Pediatric dentistry
Managing patient records
Communication skills
Health education and counseling
Dental care patient education

Experience with Eaglesoft and Dentrix software is preferred.
Familiarity with pediatric dentistry practices is a plus.
Strong knowledge of anatomy and infection control measures.
Previous experience in a dental office or clinic setting is essential.
Proficiency in EMR systems for efficient documentation management.
Ability to perform four-handed dentistry effectively.
Excellent communication skills to interact with patients of all ages.
Commitment to ongoing professional development in dental hygiene practices. Join us in making a positive impact on our patients' lives through exceptional dental care!