Role: Registered Dental Hygienist
Work Location: 900 East End Boulevard North, Suite 200, Marshall, TX 75670 (In person)
Office Name: Choice Dental
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Pay: $40 to $45 per hour
 
Job description:
We are looking for a Dental Hygienist for our Marshall, TX 75670 office to help treat patients and promote good oral health practices. Dental Hygienist duties revolve around conducting initial patient screenings, cleaning teeth (e.g. removing plaque), and advising patients on oral health and preventative care. You’ll help dentists determine treatments for teeth and gum diseases and handle dental emergencies.
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’d like to meet you.
 
Responsibilities:
Ensure patients feel as comfortable as possible before their examination
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)
Educate patients of all ages on proper teeth care (by demonstrating, for example, good brushing techniques)
Give instructions to patients after operations or other dental procedures
Take X-rays or dental impressions
Assist dentists with selecting appropriate treatments for various diseases (including oral cancer)
Maintain documentation and charts on each patient
Monitor supplies
 
Required Skills:
Experience as Dental Hygienist.
Open Dental Experience is a plus.
Costumer Service Experience
Sealants Certificate is a plus
Polishing Certificate is a plus
Nitrous Oxide License
CPR Certification