We are a modern, high tech, and high-touch family practice located near Old Town Pasadena. What does high-touch mean? We have close relationships with our patients and attention to service. We are looking for a Dental Hygienist to join our family and help treat our patients with impeccable care and service. As a Dental Hygienist, you should be reliable and able to build trust with patients of all ages. You should have deep knowledge of relevant health and safety rules and a good eye for oral diseases and anomalies. If you have a steady hand and great bedside manner, we would like to meet you. We are looking to fill two days a week and one Saturday every two months.
Responsibilities
- Ensure patients feel as comfortable as possible
- Sterilize dental instruments properly
- Conduct initial mouth screenings and check oral health history
- Identify conditions like gingivitis, caries or periodontitis
- Clean and help protect patients’ teeth (e.g. remove plaque or apply fluoride)
- Educating patients of all ages on proper oral health care
- Give instructions to patients about all dental procedures
- Take X-rays
- Periodontal treatment planning
- Maintain documentation and charts on each patient
- Monitor supplies
Skills
- Proven experience as Dental Hygienist or similar role
- In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations in this profession (e.g. HIPAA)
- Experience in preparing and maintaining dental equipment
- Outstanding communication skills
- A patient and friendly personality
- Attention to detail
- Stamina to meet the physical demands of the job
- Diploma in Dental Hygiene
- Valid license to practice
- Valid CPR
Registered Dental Hygienist in pasadena at Unknown Company
- Typical pay
- $101,920–$124,800
For context, most dental hygienists earn between $101,920–$124,800 a year according to Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data. What this particular role pays is set by the employer — check the description above.
This position is listed as full time and onsite.