（Full-time） Dental hygienist job at Michael G Monsarrat, DMD

Patient Assessment and Diagnostics: Perform thorough patient health assessments, including reviewing medical histories, taking vital signs, and conducting comprehensive intra- and extra-oral examinations.

Preventive and Therapeutic Care: Administer high-quality dental cleanings (prophylaxis), periodontal maintenance, scaling and root planing, and the application of preventive materials such as fluoride and dental sealants.

Patient Education and Counseling: Deliver effective health education and counseling on proper oral hygiene techniques, preventative health practices, and nutritional factors impacting oral health.

Infection Control: Maintain and strictly adhere to all healthcare infection prevention, control protocols, and aseptic techniques to ensure the highest standards of patient and staff safety.

Collaboration and Support: Collaborate effectively with the dentist and other healthcare professionals on general dentistry procedures and patient treatment plans.

Documentation and Records: Accurately manage and maintain detailed patient treatment and medical records within the clinic's records management system.

Benefits Package Includes: Health insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), Paid Time Off (PTO), Retirement Plan, and Employee Discounts.

Operating Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.

Typical Hours: Approximately 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM.

Specific Work Schedule: Currently four days per week (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday), with no weekend work required.

Location: In-person at our Kent, CT office.

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

Clinical Proficiency: Proven ability in conducting thorough patient assessments, patient treatment, and providing preventive procedures like dental prophylaxis and fluoride treatment.

Infection Control: Expert knowledge and strict adherence to aseptic technique and healthcare infection prevention and control expertise.

Communication Skills: Excellent verbal communication skills for effective patient interaction, education, and team collaboration.

Patient Safety: Demonstrated commitment to patient comfort and safety, including the ability to accurately take vital signs.

Prior experience in a dental clinic setting (beyond required licensing experience).

Experience or interest in Pediatric Dentistry.

Familiarity with dental assisting practices and general dentistry procedures.