Hygienist

## Overview We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Dental Hygienist with a strong emphasis on patient-centered care. This role is critical in supporting our mission of preventive care, early detection, and treatment of oral disease. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, patient-focused, and comfortable collaborating with dentists to provide comprehensive oral health services. ## Description **Key Responsibilities** - Educate patients on oral hygiene and preventative care. - Maintain and sterilize dental equipment. - Document patient care and treatment plans. - Perform comprehensive periodontal examinations, including probing depths, bleeding indices, recession, mobility, and furcation assessments. - Record and monitor periodontal charting in accordance with clinical guidelines and update at regular intervals. - Conduct scaling and root planing (SRP) procedures for patients with periodontal disease. - Administer local anesthetics, subgingival irrigation and locally applied antimicrobial agents as needed. - Take and evaluate digital radiographs to support diagnostic evaluation and treatment planning. - Educate patients on oral hygiene techniques and home care compliance. - Develop and implement periodontal maintenance schedules for patients with a history of periodontal disease. - Collaborate with the dentist on treatment plans for complex cases. - Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical documentation. - Ensure compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, state licensure requirements, and infection control protocols. - Stay current with continuing education and best practices in periodontal care. - Participate in ongoing team education, lunch and learns, office meetings, and group hygiene networking to stay up-to-date with current clinical standards and best practices for office operations. **Skills and Qualifications** - Current state licensure as a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH). - Excellent communication and patient interaction skills. - In-depth knowledge of dental hygiene procedures. - Proficiency with electronic dental records (EDR) and digital radiography. - Team-oriented, reliable, and committed to delivering outstanding patient care.