Registered Dental Hygienist

About Alexis Phillips Kids Dentist:

Alexis Phillips Kids Dentist is a premier pediatric dental practice located in the heart of Boise, Idaho. Renowned for our compassionate, child-friendly approach, we specialize in providing exceptional dental care to children and adolescents in a warm, nurturing environment. Our state-of-the-art facility is equipped with the latest dental technology, ensuring that our young patients receive the best possible care.

Position Overview:

Dr. Alexis Phillips Kids Dentist is seeking a compassionate and skilled Pediatric Dental Hygienist to join our dynamic team. In this vital role, you will work alongside our pediatric dental team to provide exceptional care to our young patients. Your dedication and expertise will play a crucial role in maintaining the high standards of our practice and in making each child's dental visit a pleasant and reassuring experience.

Responsibilities:

• Work in partnership with the doctor to capture exam information to be used for treatment planning
• Work in partnership with the front office team to ensure that world class patient care is delivered and revenue targets are achieved
• Prepare treatment room for patient by adhering to prescribed procedures and protocols
• Prepare patient for dental hygiene treatment by welcoming, soothing, seating, and draping patient
• Provide information to patients and employees by answering questions and requests
• Maintain instrumentation for dental hygiene treatment by sharpening, sterilizing, and selecting instruments
• Select materials and equipment for dental hygiene visit by evaluating patient's oral health
• Complete dental prophylaxis by cleaning deposits and stains from teeth and from beneath gum margins
• Detect disease by completing oral cancer screening; feeling and visually examining gums; using probes to locate periodontal disease and to assess levels of recession; exposing and developing radiographic studies
• Arrest dental decay by applying fluorides and other cavity- preventing agents
• Maintain patient appearance and ability to masticate by fabricating temporary restorations; cleaning and polishing removable appliances; placing, carving, and finishing amalgam restorations; removing cement from crowns and bridges
• Assists dentist in managing dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drugs and oxygen supply, and directory of emergency numbers
• Educate patients by giving oral hygiene and plaque control instructions and postoperative instructions; providing reminders of time of next dental hygiene visit
• Document dental hygiene services by recording vital signs and medical and dental histories; charting in patient records
• Maintains patient confidentiality and protects operations by keeping information confidential
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols
• Ensures operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques
• Maintains dental supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies
• Conserves dental resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies

Qualifications:

• 3+ years experience as a hygienist preferred
• Pediatric Dental experience preferred
• Commitment to providing world class patient experience
• Excellent communication skills
• A warm, patient, and child-friendly demeanor.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Enthusiastic about dental health and helping children achieve and maintain a healthy smile.
• Team player with the ability to collaborate effectively with other staff members.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a caring, child-focused dental team committed to providing the best pediatric dental care. If you have a passion for pediatric dentistry and want to make a positive impact on the lives of children, we invite you to apply to be part of Dr. Alexis Phillips Kids Dentist team.