Registered Dental Hygienist
Company: Toothio
Location: Torrance
Posted on: September 28, 2024
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Job Description:
Be one of Toothio's first dental professionals.
Toothio is revolutionizing how Dental Hygienists work
We find local opportunities for you and send them directly to your
phone.
No commitment to any schedule, you decide exactly when and where
you work.
These opportunities are both short and long term.Best Part? You set
your hourly rate and we pay you as soon as you are done working for
the day no more waiting 2 weeks for a pay check.Don't miss out on
the future.
Why work through Toothio?
Competitive pay based on market rates
Work ONLY when you WANT
No penalty for not working shifts
Same day pay
Health perks
What do Dental Hygienists do?
Dental Hygienist duties revolve around conducting initial patient
screenings, cleaning teeth (e.g. removing plaque) and advising
patients on oral health and preventative care. You'll help dentists
decide treatments for teeth or gum diseases. As a Dental Hygienist,
you should be reliable and able to build trust with patients of all
ages. You should have deep knowledge of relevant health and safety
rules and a good eye for oral diseases and anomalies. If you have a
steady hand and great bedside manner, we'd like to meet you.
Responsibilities Include:
Ensure patients feel as comfortable as possible before their
examination
Sterilize dental instruments properly
Conduct initial mouth screenings and check oral health history
Identify conditions like gingivitis, caries or periodontitis
Clean and help protect patients' teeth (e.g. remove plaque or apply
fluoride)
Educate patients of all ages on proper teeth care (by
demonstrating, for example, good brushing techniques)
Give instructions to patients after operations or other dental
procedures
Take X-rays or dental impressions
Assist dentists with selecting appropriate treatments for various
diseases (including oral cancer)
Maintain documentation and charts on each patient
Monitor supplies
Skills
Proven experience as Dental Hygienist or similar role
Dental Hygiene license required
In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations in this
profession (e.g. HIPAA)
Experience in preparing and maintaining dental equipment
Outstanding communication skills
A patient and friendly personality
Attention to detail
Stamina to meet the physical demands of the job
Diploma in Dental Hygiene (preferred)
Job Types:
Part-time, Full-time
Pay:
$ $75.00 per hour
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