Collins Hill Dental | Dental Hygienist | Full Time Temp

We are in need of a friendly, enthusiastic, experienced Full-Time Dental Hygienist for temporary coverage of maternity leave. With possibility for permanent opportunity!

At Collins Hill we are dedicated to improving our patient's oral health and helping our patient's achieve their perfect smile. Our team strives to create a comfortable experience for our patients through our compassionate care and the family like atmosphere. Located at 15 Collins Industrial Way, Lawrenceville, GA 30043.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct patient screening procedures, including assessing oral health conditions, reviewing patient health history, performing oral cancer screenings, head and neck inspections, dental charting, and taking blood pressure and pulse
• Take digital radiographs
• Follow practice protocols for quality assurance, biohazards, infection control, referrals, emergency medicine, implants, perio program, and emergency treatment
• Demonstrate proficient skills in dental prophylaxis and use of cavitron/prophy jet
• Apply preventive materials to teeth (e.g., sealants and fluorides) and make impressions of patients' teeth for study casts
• Promote good dental and general health by educating patients on oral hygiene techniques, flossing and brushing, providing oral hygiene instructions, nutritional counseling, and dispensing oral hygiene aids
• Maintain a sterile and organized working environment following infection control procedures
• Familiarize patients with their dental visit, provide support and compassion
• Chart dentition, evaluate hard and soft tissue, document existing restorations, decay, perio charting, and treatments

Candidate Requirements:

• Active GA RDH License
• CPR and First Aid certification

Schedule:

• Monday through Thursday 8 - 5