The Dental Hygienist plays a vital role and enable the Westown team. The Dental Hygienist works chair-side with patients to ensure good oral health for the patient while delivering on Westown’s commitment to exceptional customer service. The Hygienist should possess a friendly, outgoing demeanor and excellent organizational skills.
Duties and Responsibilities:
· Patient screening procedures; such as assessment of oral health conditions, review of the health history, oral cancer screening, periodontal charting, taking blood pressure and pulse.
· Take digital x-rays appropriate and perio-diagnosis
· Prophylaxis and plaque and (soft deposits) removal from all surfaces of the teeth
· Applying preventive materials to the teeth (e.g., sealants, fluorides, and varnish)
· Teach patients appropriate oral health strategies
(e.g., tooth brushing, flossing, and diet counseling)
· Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
· Non-surgical periodontal therapy (scaling/root planning) and debridement of all calculus deposits
· Sterilize equipment and disinfect operatories per OHSA guidelines
· Must have local anesthesia license
· Must maintain a current radiography certification/re-certification
· Maintain annual OHSA, HIPPA and infection control training as required by law
· Outstanding positive attitude and demeanor
· Complete periodontal charting per guidelines
· Help manage hygiene schedule flow by; reviewing schedule day before, be present, engaged and always ready to work
· Maintain a professional image
· Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
· Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills
· Ability to work flexible hours
· Participate in recall communication as needed