Blood Pressure, CPR Certification, Cancer, Communication Skills, Dental Hygiene, Dentistry, Health Education, Identify Issues, Medical Records, Patient Care, Patient Education, Periodontics, Preventive Medicine, Radiography, Risk Analysis, Time Management, Treatment Plan
Solon Family Dentists is seeking a full-time or part-time dental hygienist who is highly skilled, friendly, self-motivated, and passionate about providing high-quality care to patients. We allot ample appointment times, provide scrubs and have instruments professionally sharpened.
Responsibilities
- Update patient health histories and record blood pressure readings
- Maintain and update dental charts to reflect current patient conditions
- Obtain and review radiographs, intraoral images, and Itero scans as needed
- Screen periodontal health, including probe depths, recession, and mobility; document and communicate findings
- Assess caries risk and recommend preventive care measures
- Conduct oral cancer screenings
- Identify potential dental issues such as failing restorations, decay, or open contacts
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and the effects of malocclusion on dental health
- Provide dental prophylaxis and periodontal treatments
- Apply fluoride treatments and place dental sealants
- Collaborate with the dental team to develop personalized treatment plans
- Schedule future continuing care appointments for patients
- Assist with cleanup and setup of treatment rooms when available
- Support other practice areas as needed
Preferred Qualifications
- Active Ohio Dental Hygiene License
- Current CPR certification
- Proficiency with digital radiography and periodontal screening
- Excellent patient communication skills
- Familiarity with Dentrix software and iTero scanner
- Strong oral health education and time management abilities
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, 401k, PTO
Compensation:
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Solon Family Dentists - Patrick D Poland DDS Inc