Hygienist Job in Asheville, NC

Hygienist Job in Asheville, NCAsheville, NCJob ResponsibilitiesEvaluate the patients oral health status and needs via screening protocols, including medical history assessment, dental charting, and periodontal chartingProvide hands-on patient care following standard dental hygiene protocolsMeasure and record patient vital signsCarry out standard procedures such as prophylaxis and polishingCapture diagnostic radiographs as directed by the dentist for treatment planningAdminister sealants and fluoride applicationsManage electronic patient recordsRecord the patients dental history and primary complaintDocument and relay relevant clinical findingsEducate patients on preventing caries and periodontal disease through diet and effective home-care practicesClean and sterilize all instrumentsPrepare the treatment plan as outlined by the dentistDiscuss the treatment plan and related fees with the patientClearly convey patient questions or concerns to the dentistServe as the lead treatment coordinatorPerform additional tasks as requiredQualificationsMust be dependableGraduate of an accredited dental hygiene certificate or associate-degree program with a current North Carolina hygienist licenseAble to think independently and apply sound judgmentCapable of developing, influencing, interpreting, and/or applying operational proceduresDemonstrates a team-oriented approach to dutiesExhibits initiative, reliability, and punctualityHandles frequent, detail-oriented repetitive tasksAdapts readily to varied assignments with a positive attitudeFollows directions and accepts accountability for own performanceMaintains strict confidentiality regarding patients and their careReads and comprehends documents such as safety guidelines, procedure manuals, and written correspondenceUnderstands instructions provided in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule formatJob Type and BenefitsJob Type: Full-timeBenefits: 401(k), dental insurance, flexible schedule, health insurance, paid time off, vision insuranceSchedule and PaySchedule: Monday to FridaySupplemental Pay: Signing bonusLocation and CommuteWork Location: One locationAbility to commute/relocate: Must reliably commute or plan to relocate prior to start date (Preferred) License/CertificationRegistered Dental Hygienist License (Required) Interested applicants should email their resume to cyn@bluejaydental.com or text Cyn at 407-625-6349 for a prompt response.