Registered Dental Hygienist

About This Role

This role involves providing dental hygiene services, conducting initial patient screenings, cleaning teeth, and advising patients on preventative care while ensuring patient comfort and maintaining accurate documentation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patients feel as comfortable as possible before their examination
• Sterilize dental instruments properly
• Conduct initial mouth screenings and check oral health history
• Identify conditions like gingivitis, caries or periodontitis
• Clean and help protect patients’ teeth (e.g., remove plaque or apply fluoride)
• Educate patients of all ages on proper teeth care (by demonstrating, for example, good brushing techniques)
• Give instructions to patients after operations or other dental procedures
• Take X-rays or dental impressions
• Assist dentists with selecting appropriate treatments for various diseases (including oral cancer)
• Maintain documentation and charts on each patient
• Monitor supplies

Requirements

• Dental Hygienist License in New Jersey
• Proven experience as Dental Hygienist or similar role
• In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations (e.g. HIPAA)
• Experience in preparing and maintaining dental equipment
• Outstanding communication skills
• A patient and friendly personality
• Attention to detail
• Stamina to meet the physical demands of the job

Qualifications

• Diploma in Dental Hygiene (preferred)
• Proven experience as Dental Hygienist or similar role

Benefits