Hygienist

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Job description

We are a first-class, leading Periodontal surgery office looking to add an outgoing individual who is passionate about providing exceptional patient care on a part-time basis (2-3 days) in our Swampscott location. This is an hourly (non-production based) position.

The Hygienist's primary role is to support the Periodontist by providing exceptional patient care that results in optimal clinical outcomes and exceeds our patients' expectations. Hygienists at our practice focus on all aspects of patient care, provide direct care to their patients and, if interested, get the opportunity to assist in surgical care.

We are looking for a fun, hardworking team player to enhance the growth of our practice while continuing to fulfill patient's oral healthcare needs. If you are passionate about patient care, treating and educating patients, we would love to hear from you!

Role and Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate care that exceeds patient's expectations
• Review patient medical history and accurately assess patient oral health condition
• Acquire dental imaging, including radiographs, CBCTs and 2D photographs
• Assemble materials and equipment in preparation for treatment and maintain adequate supplies
• Perform typical pre-operative and post-operative duties to facilitate patient care, including set-up and breakdown of treatment room in accordance with infection control protocols to maintain a clean and sterile work environment
• Perform typical dental hygiene procedures to facilitate patient care, including teeth cleaning, scaling, polishing and periodontal charting
• Educate patients on proper oral care techniques and preventative measures
• Prepare, administer, and record medications/anesthetic in accordance with all applicable regulations
• Monitor and maintains aseptic technique throughout procedures
• Operate sterilization equipment
• Maintain accurate patient records as required, maintaining confidentiality of all information in compliance with HIPAA
• Other duties as assigned

Skills and Abilities

• Passionate about caring for people
• Superior active listening and communication aptitude
• Appreciates different perspectives and opinions
• Recognizes others' feelings and responds supportively
• Team-oriented and solution-driven mindset
• Solid organizational strategy that highlights strong attention to detail and critical thinking

Qualifications

• Active Massachusetts Dental Hygienist License, required
• Active Massachusetts Dental Hygienist Anesthesia Permit (L), strongly preferred
• Active BLS Certification, preferred

Benefits

• Earned Paid Time Off - Eligible Day 1
• 6 Paid Holidays
• Annual Merit Reviews with Bonus Potential
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401k Plan with Company Match benefit
• FIGS Scrubs/Uniforms and all PPE provided
• CPR/BLS certification renewal provided

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