Registered Dental Hygienist

Overview

Dental Group of Lubbock is seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist to join our dedicated team of professionals. Our office is equipped with the latest dental technology, making appointments a breeze for both our Hygienists and our patients. If you're passionate about oral health and excited about making a positive impact on patient experiences, we hope to hear from you!

** Up to $2,500 Sign-on Bonus! **

• Open to full or part-time opportunities

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 401(k) options
• Occasional team bonding events

• Perform dental hygiene procedures, including cleaning, scaling, and polishing teeth
• Take and develop dental X-rays
• Conduct oral cancer screenings and periodontal assessments
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and provide personalized oral health care instructions
• Administer local anesthesia and nitrous oxide as needed
• Assist the dentist during procedures and maintain a sterile working environment
• Document patient treatment plans, progress notes, and other relevant information in electronic dental records systems (e.g., Dentrix, Eaglesoft)
• Follow HIPAA guidelines to ensure patient confidentiality
• Adhere to strict infection control protocols to maintain a safe and clean dental environment

• Valid state Dental Hygiene license
• Graduation from an accredited dental hygiene program
• Radiology certification
• Proficiency in medical terminology and knowledge of dental anatomy
• Familiarity with aseptic technique and infection control procedures
• Experience with medical imaging equipment and techniques
• Strong patient assessment skills to identify oral health conditions and develop appropriate treatment plans
• Excellent communication skills to effectively educate patients on oral health care practices
• Ability to work well in a team environment and collaborate with other dental professionals

• Proficient in using Open Dental for managing patient records and scheduling appointments
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations to ensure patient privacy and data security
• Competent in medical documentation to accurately record patient information and treatment plans
• Understanding of infection control protocols to maintain a safe and sterile dental environment
• Familiarity with dental imaging techniques for capturing high-quality radiographs

This job description provides a general overview of the position. It is not exhaustive or comprehensive. Other duties may be assigned as needed.