Solon Family Dentists is seeking a full-time or part-time dental hygienist who is highly skilled, friendly, self-motivated, and passionate about providing high-quality care to patients. We allot ample appointment times, provide scrubs and have instruments professionally sharpened.
Responsibilities
- Update patient health histories and record blood pressure readings
- Maintain and update dental charts to reflect current patient conditions
- Obtain and review radiographs, intraoral images, and Itero scans as needed
- Screen periodontal health, including probe depths, recession, and mobility; document and communicate findings
- Assess caries risk and recommend preventive care measures
- Conduct oral cancer screenings
- Identify potential dental issues such as failing restorations, decay, or open contacts
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and the effects of malocclusion on dental health
- Provide dental prophylaxis and periodontal treatments
- Apply fluoride treatments and place dental sealants
- Collaborate with the dental team to develop personalized treatment plans
- Schedule future continuing care appointments for patients
- Assist with cleanup and setup of treatment rooms when available
- Support other practice areas as needed
Preferred Qualifications
- Active Ohio Dental Hygiene License
- Current CPR certification
- Proficiency with digital radiography and periodontal screening
- Excellent patient communication skills
- Familiarity with Dentrix software and iTero scanner
- Strong oral health education and time management abilities
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, 401k, PTO
Compensation:
