Job purpose

Dental hygienists provide preventative oral care under a dentist's supervision. They clean patients' teeth and examine their mouths for signs of damage, gingivitis, and other diseases. Hygienists teach patients how to maintain good oral health.

Duties and responsibilities

• Perform dental hygiene services and procedures, including dental prophylaxis, scaling, flouride and sealants, and root planning
• Complete a thorough assessment of the patient's teeth, bone, and periodontal tissues, and document any abnormalities or suspected conditions
• Customize care to meet patient's oral health
• Educate patients on good oral hygiene techniques
• Aid the dentist with procedures and emergencies as needed
• Maintain patient confidentiality
• Provide all care in conjunction with accepted professional dental practices and standards

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of dental hygiene
• Registered Dental Hygienist licensure in CA
• Current CPR certification
• 1-2 years of experience working in a dental practice
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Proven dedication to provide high quality, comprehensive dental care
• Ability to comply with safety procedures, rules, and regulations in order to maintain a clean and safe working environment
• Strong working knowledge of dental terminology, equipment, and practices
• Fluent in Cantonese and/or Mandarin

Direct reports

Chief Dentist