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Dental Hygienist
3 weeks ago
Nautical Dental San Antonio, United StatesJob Description · Job DescriptionWe are a family owned non-contracted dental office that provides the highest level of dentistry to each and every one of our patients. We are looking for an exceptional Dental Hygienist to join our team · *Our ideal Dental Hygienist would:* · Have ...
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Dental Hygienist
2 weeks ago
Kids World Pediatric Dentistry San Antonio, United StatesJob Description · Job DescriptionSalary: $40-$45 Hourly · We're currently hiring for a full time dental hygienist to add to our great dental team; someone very special with excellent chairside manner and great with kids Attention to detail and focus on customer service is a must. ...
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Dental Hygienist
3 weeks ago
Princess Dental Staffing San Antonio, TX, United StatesWe are a is a multi-specialty private dental office that uses the latest technology and techniques to maximize patient convenience, comfort and satisfaction. Our office is a insurance/fee for service based family practice that focuses on true comprehensive care. We do all aspects ...
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Dental Hygienist
2 weeks ago
Heartland Dental San Antonio, United StatesReq ID: 89730 Supported Practice: Alliance Dental Center Category: Dental Hygienist Location: 8940 Culebra Rd, San Antonio, TX 78251 Years of Experience: 4-7 years Salary: $ $50.00 per hour · As a clinical provider and patient advocate, you'll be given all the resources you need ...
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Dental Hygienist
3 weeks ago
Star Dental Partners San Antonio, United StatesOverview · C. Roger Macias Jr., DDS is now seeking a Full Time Dental Hygienist (RDH) in San Antonio, Texas · Our growth-oriented and collaborative team is growing and seeking a personable and professional Full Time Dental Hygienist (RDH) to provide exceptional patient care in o ...
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Dental Hygienist
4 days ago
Department of Veterans Affairs San Antonio, United StatesSummary · The Dental Hygienist position is located at the North West Health Care Center (NWHCC) 9939 State Hwy 151, San Antonio, TX The incumbent assigned to this position will be an instrumental part of the South Texas Veterans Health Care System (STVHCS) Dental Service. · Learn ...
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Dental Hygienist
1 day ago
Alliance Dental Center San Antonio, United StatesJob Description · Dental Hygienist (Full-time) - San Antonio, TX · Mondays-Fridays · Alliance Dental Care8940 Culebra RoadSan Antonio, TX 78251We are seeking a skilled dental hygienist to join our experienced team. As a dental hygienist, you will provide a crucial role in providi ...
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Dental Hygienist
3 weeks ago
Alliance Dental Center San Antonio, United StatesJob Description · Job Descriptionb"Dental Hygienist (Full-time)\xc3\x82\xc2\xa0 - San Antonio, TX · Mondays-Fridays · Alliance Dental Care8940 Culebra RoadSan Antonio, TX 78251We are seeking a skilled dental hygienist to join our experienced team.\xc3\x82\xc2\xa0 As a dental hygi ...
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Dental Hygienist
1 week ago
Camino Real Dental San Antonio, United StatesDental Hygienists - San Antonio, TX · NEW GRADS WELCOME · Camino Real Dental · 14855 Blanco Road · San Antonio, TX 78216 · Hours: · Monday: 8-5 · Tuesday: 8-5 · Wednesday: 8-5 · Thursday: 7-3:30 · Friday: 7-2 or 9-2 · Camino Real Dental is looking for a full-time hygienist to joi ...
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Dental Hygienist
1 day ago
Camino Real Dental San Antonio, United StatesJob Description · Dental Hygienists - San Antonio, TX · NEW GRADS WELCOME · Camino Real Dental · 14855 Blanco Road · San Antonio, TX 78216 · Hours: · Monday: 8-5 · Tuesday: 8-5 · Wednesday: 8-5 · Thursday: 7-3:30 · Friday: 7-2 or 9-2 · Camino Real Dental is looking for a full-tim ...
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Dental Hygienist
2 weeks ago
El Centro Del Barrio San Antonio, United StatesJob Description · Job DescriptionDescription:JOB DESCRIPTION: · We are searching for our next SUPER STAR As the Dental Hygienist you will be responsible to provide quality dental care and associated services to patients under the general supervision of a dentist using establishe ...
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Dental Hygienist
2 weeks ago
Methodist Healthcare Ministries San Antonio, United StatesEssential Duties: · * Performs oral prophylaxis on patients, scaling and root planning, polishing, to include the application of topical fluorides, sealants, topical anesthetics, and desensitizing agents to teeth and/or gingiva, as well as placing localized subgingival antibiotic ...
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Dental Hygienist
2 weeks ago
Monarch Dental San Antonio, United StatesOverview · In this role, you'll have an impact on our mission of Smiles For Everyone by helping patients achieve their best oral health. Working alongside a passionate dental team, you'll give patients valuable care through periodontal screening, prophylaxis and periodontal trea ...
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Dental Hygienist
3 weeks ago
DentalWorks Careers San Antonio, TX, United States Full timeLooking for an Exceptional Dental Hygienist to Join our Team Monday to Friday · Our team of Hygienists perform a variety of preventative dental procedures as well as educate patients on oral hygiene. We're big on teamwork, so you'll partner with the dentist(s) in your office to p ...
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Dental Hygienist
2 weeks ago
Monarch Dental San Antonio, United StatesOverview · Provider. Advocate. Educator. A dental hygienist has an integral role in helping patients achieve their best oral health. At Smile Brands, we recognize this impact and will encourage and support you to practice at the top of your scope. While you're supporting patient ...
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Dental Hygienist
3 weeks ago
DentalWorks Careers San Antonio, TX, United States Full timeLooking for a Dental Hygienist to work Mon, Wed, Thurs 8-5 and Sat 8-4 pm · Our team of Hygienists perform a variety of preventative dental procedures as well as educate patients on oral hygiene. We're big on teamwork, so you'll partner with the dentist(s) in your office to provi ...
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Registered Dental Hygienist
1 day ago
BAYS DENTAL GROUP PC San Antonio, United StatesJob Description · Job DescriptionBenefits:401(k) · 401(k) matching · Competitive salary · Paid time off · Job description · Are you passionate about promoting oral health and providing top-notch dental care? My Hometown Dentist is on the lookout for a dedicated Dental Hygienist t ...
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Dental Hygienist
2 weeks ago
American Dental Partners San Antonio, United StatesProvide outstanding patient care, invest in your community, grow your career and do it all with the support of Heartland Dental. · Req ID: 89730 · Supported Practice: Alliance Dental Center · Category: Dental Hygienist · Location: 8940 Culebra Rd, San Antonio, TX 78251 · Yea ...
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Registered Dental Hygienist
2 weeks ago
Pacific Dental Services San Antonio, United StatesNow is the time to join Stevens Ranch Modern Dentistry & My Kid's Dentist and Orthodontics. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and gain valuable experience, apply today ...
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Dental Hygienist
3 weeks ago
Veterans Health Administration San Antonio, United States Full timeMajor Duties: · Shows courtesy, respect, and a positive attitude for patients, co-workers and the public. · Provides assistance to customers with questions or concerns, provides service recovery. · Sets up operatory for planned dental procedures and cleans dental unit for timely ...
Dental Hygienist - San Antonio, United States - World Pediatric Dental
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Dental Hygienist Job Description
A pediatric dental hygienist encourages oral hygiene and teaches proper dental care to children, adolescents and young adult dental patients. The challenge of working with kids is always present, especially when kids are afraid of the situations they might face when visiting a dentist. You may have to calm down children. Your other duties can include examining patients for oral diseases, assessing children's needs, and recognizing the signs of child abuse and neglect.
Dental Hygienist Job Duties:
• Prepares treatment room for patient by adhering to prescribed procedures and protocols.
• Prepares patient for dental hygiene treatment by welcoming, soothing, seating, and draping patient.
• Provides information to patients and employees by answering questions and requests.
• Maintains instrumentation for dental hygiene treatment by sharpening, sterilizing, and selecting instruments.
• Selects materials and equipment for dental hygiene visit by evaluating patient's oral health.
• Completes dental prophylaxis by cleaning deposits and stains from teeth and from beneath gum margins.
• Detects disease by completing oral cancer screening; feeling and visually examining gums; exposing and developing radiographic studies.
• Arrests dental decay by applying fluorides and other cavity- preventing agents.
• Maintains patient appearance and ability to masticate by fabricating temporary restorations; cleaning and polishing removable appliances; removing cement from crowns and bridges.
• Helps dentist manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drugs and oxygen supply, and directory of emergency numbers.
• Educates patients by giving oral hygiene and plaque control instructions and postoperative instructions; providing reminders of time of next dental hygiene visit.
• Documents dental hygiene services by recording vital signs and medical and dental histories; charting in patient records.
• Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
• Ensures operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
• Maintains dental supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
• Conserves dental resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• You may also administer anesthesia to children in the form of Novocain and nitrous oxide.
