（Part-time） Dental hygienist job at Aesthetic Dentistry at Bayfront

Perform comprehensive dental prophylaxis, including scaling and polishing to effectively remove plaque and calculus.

Execute scaling and root planing procedures as indicated for non-surgical periodontal therapy.

Conduct thorough patient health assessments, review medical histories, and perform initial patient evaluations.

Acquire and process diagnostic dental radiographs as necessary for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.

Provide personalized oral hygiene instruction and health education, guiding patients on effective preventive care practices.

Accurately chart patient conditions, treatment plans, and services rendered, maintaining meticulous patient records (utilizing Open Dental software).

Adhere strictly to healthcare infection prevention and control protocols, including instrument sterilization and disinfection procedures.

Ensure the assigned operatory is consistently clean, organized, properly stocked, and prepared for each scheduled patient.

Collaborate effectively with the clinical team to ensure a seamless and positive patient experience.

Structure: This is a flexible position for one day per week.

Scheduling: The specific day is flexible (Monday through Thursday), to be determined upon hire.

Hours: The typical shift starts between 8:30 AM and 9:00 AM, with flexibility on the end time.

Licensure: Current, active, and unrestricted Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license.

Clinical Proficiency: Proven ability to perform standard dental hygiene procedures, including patient assessment, scaling, and root planing.

Patient Focus: A strong commitment to ensuring patient comfort and providing compassionate, high-quality care.

Infection Control: Expert knowledge of dental sterilization, disinfection, and healthcare infection prevention and control protocols.

Documentation: Experience with accurate patient charting and managing patient records within a dental software system (e.g., Open Dental).

Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills for effective patient counseling and team collaboration.

Experience in a high-end or fee-for-service practice setting.

Familiarity with the Open Dental software system.

Experience in developing comprehensive patient treatment plans.

Comfortable operating modern medical imaging and dental equipment.