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Located in Canton, MIOverview:
$7,500.00 Sign-on BonusOur Canton Practice has Full Time option(s) available for Registered Dental Hygienists, where you can achieve a work balance that works for you and your family. The Canton practice is seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist located at 5958 Canton Center Road, Suite 400 Canton, MI 48187Our total rewards offer you more fulfilling way to practice, here are just a few:- Competitive hourly pay and bonus potential
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401k retirement plan
- Paid holidays and vacation time
The ideal candidate will have a calm, reassuring and friendly demeanor as well as the ability to multitask in a fast-paced atmosphere. All employees of GEDC are expected to safeguard patient privacy and confidentiality and to perform other duties as assigned.
Depending on the state regulations, a Dental Hygienist:- Performs oral healthcare and risk assessments which include but not limited to:
- Evaluates a patient's current health status including all medications
- Performs an extraoral and intraoral examination and oral cancer screening
- Completes a comprehensive dental and periodontal charting that includes a detailed description and evaluation of the gingiva and periodontium
- Develops a dental hygiene diagnosis based on the oral health findings
- Exposes, processes, and interprets dental radiographs (x-rays)
- Removes biofilm plaque and calculus (soft and hard deposits) from teeth both coronal and apical to (above and below) the gingival margin (gumline) using dental instruments
- Applies caries-preventive agents such as fluorides and sealants to the teeth
- Discusses the progress being made toward isolating evidence that notes the potential association between systemic and oral health and disease
- Provides patient education on biofilm plaque control and home care protocol by incorporating techniques and products that will become part of an individualized self- care oral hygiene program
- Counsels and coordinates tobacco cessation programs
- Educates patients on the importance of good nutrition for maintaining optimal oral health
- Ensures that the patient knows why they need continuing care and that they have a follow up appointment that is set by the office
Qualifications:
- Degree or certificate in Dental Hygiene from an accredited program and a valid state license
- X-Ray/Radiology Certification where state regulations specify, otherwise preferred
- Dental Assisting Certification required where state regulations specify
- Past experience as a medical assistant, dental assistant, or in a customer-focused role desired
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