Dental Hygienist (Part-Time) job at Dentistry By Design

Dental Hygienist Duties & Responsibilities:
Cleaning accretions, calcareous deposits, and stains of teeth and beneath gum borders with dental equipment
Touching lymph nodes under patients’ chins for soreness or swelling so doctors can look for signs of mouth cancer
Making a note of and evaluating the patient’s medical history
Recording dental decay and disease for dentists to diagnose and treat them
Sharpening and sterilizing dental instruments
Working to improve patient oral health and promoting preventative dental treatment
Collaborating with dentist for treatment
Maintaining a patient dental hygiene regimen
Dental Hygienist Requirements:
An associate’s degree in hygiene from a recognized institution is required
Hygiene license issued by the state.
CPR certification is current
Hepatitis B immunization is current
Must be able to give local anesthetics and use an x-ray machine
Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and interpersonal)
Must be well-versed in oral hygiene and dental health topics

- Work Hours: Monday through Thursday 8 AM - 4 PM or 9 AM -5 PM
- Weekend Work: No weekend shifts required.