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Base pay range
$50.00/hr - $53.00/hr
Duties
A licensed Dental Hygienist is a member of the dental team responsible for the preventative aspects of oral health care. Licensed Dental Hygienists provide clinical, education and therapeutic services that promote optimal oral health.
Provide dental education by reviewing home care, oral hygiene instructions and reviewing treatment plans with the patient.
Provide clinical services by exposing radiographs, performing dental cleanings, performing scaling and root planning by administering local anesthesia, dispense fluoride and administer therapeutic agents.
Follow and practice all OSHA standards regarding infection control and blood borne pathogens, inspect instruments for sterility, and perform sterilization and operatory disinfection responsibilities before and after each patient.
Practice universal precautions.
Collect patient and clinical data by reviewing and updating medical history, identifying contradictions and requesting medical clearance as necessary.
Performing oral cancer screenings, period assessments and charting dental findings.
Set-up and breakdown of operatories and treatment bays before and after each patient.
Teaching patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing and nutritional counseling).
Qualifications
Adheres to patient privacy policies in accordance with HIPAA.
Vocational, Technical or Associates Degree and 1-3 years of relevant experience.
Licensure as a Dental Hygienist under the state of Massachusetts.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Staffing and Recruiting
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