Part-Time Dental Hygienist (1 Day A Week) - Hedgecock Dental & Associates PLLC

Part-Time Dental Hygienist
Schedule: One day a week

Join our happy and energetic team at Hedgecock Dental! Take the leap and apply now to kick-start an exciting chapter in your dental hygiene career.

Are you ready to take your dental hygiene career to the next level? Look no further! Hedgecock Dental, a well-established general and cosmetic practice, is seeking a part-time enthusiastic hygienist to join our vibrant team. We take pride in providing patient-focused care while fostering a positive and enjoyable workplace environment. If you have great customer service skills and a passion for delivering a world-class experience to our loyal patients, then you are the perfect fit for our team. We're looking for a hygienist with a dynamic personality who is comfortable building strong connections with patients right from the start!

Join us as a dental hygienist and discover a fulfilling and rewarding career like no other!

What You Can Expect:

- Desirable & Rewarding Practice

- Supportive & Collaborative Team

- Patient-Centric Focus

- Competitive Compensation Package

- Exceptional Benefits!

Imagine working in an office where dental hygiene is highly valued, and your contributions are recognized. Picture yourself being part of a team that supports you, surrounded by a shared passion for providing quality patient care. Envision a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for continuing education to enhance your professional growth.

Responsibilities:

- Create a warm and welcoming environment for each patient, ensuring their comfort

- Maintain proper sterilization of dental instruments

- Perform initial mouth screenings, review oral health history, and assess medical history during appointments

- Identify and diagnose conditions such as gingivitis, caries, and periodontitis

- Conduct dental prophylaxis, scaling/root planing, fluoride applications, and sealants

- Educate patients of all ages on proper oral hygiene practices

- Provide post-treatment instructions to patients

- Take digital X-rays and digital wellness scans

- Collaborate with dentists in selecting appropriate treatments for various dental diseases, including oral cancer

- Maintain accurate documentation and patient charts

- Invisalign

Skills & Qualifications:

- Proven experience as a Dental Hygienist.

- In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations, including HIPAA.

- Experience in preparing and maintaining dental equipment.

- Excellent communication skills.

- Patient-oriented and friendly personality.

- Attention to detail.

- Physical stamina to meet the demands of the job.

- Diploma in Dental Hygiene.

- Valid license to practice.

- Experience with Oryx, N20 certification, and iTero Scanner is a PLUS!

What We Need from You:

- State of Texas Dental Hygiene License

- Nitrous Oxide Certification

- Active CPR Certification

Position: Registered Dental Hygienist

- Reports to: Operations Manager

- Department: Clinical

- Hourly Salary: $40 to $55 hr. (based on experience)

- Classification: Non-Exempt

- Status: Part-Time

- Office Hours : Monday & Wednesday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, and Friday 7:00 am - 1:00 pm