Dental Hygienist

Job Title: Dental Hygienist:

Company: Savannah Dental:

Locations: Savannah, GA, and Richmond Hill, GA:

Job Type: Full-time:

About Us:

Savannah Dental is a leading dental practice committed to delivering top-notch oral healthcare services to our community. With locations in Savannah and Richmond Hill, Georgia, we pride ourselves on providing compassionate and personalized dental care. We are currently seeking a dedicated Dental Hygienist to join our dynamic team.:

Position Overview:

As a Dental Hygienist at Savannah Dental, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and improving the oral health of our patients. Working collaboratively with our skilled dental team, you will perform a range of duties to ensure optimal patient care and satisfaction.:

Key Responsibilities:

1. Dental Cleaning:

• Use dental instruments to clean calcareous deposits, accretions, and stains from teeth.:

• Employ proper techniques to clean beneath the margins of gums.:

2. Periodontal Assessment:

• Examine gums using probes to identify periodontal recessed gums and signs of gum disease.:

• Feel lymph nodes under the patient's chin to detect swelling or tenderness indicative of oral health concerns, including oral cancer.:

3. Preventive Care:

• Apply fluorides or other cavity-preventing agents to prevent dental decay.:

4. Radiography:

• Expose and develop x-ray films to aid in the diagnosis and treatment planning process.:

5. Patient Record Management:

• Record and review patient medical histories.:

• Chart conditions of decay and disease for diagnosis and treatment by the dentist.:

6. Equipment Maintenance:

• Maintain dental equipment to ensure optimal functionality.:

• Sharpen and sterilize dental instruments to adhere to strict infection control protocols.:

7. Clinical Services and Education:

• Provide clinical services to improve and maintain the oral health of patients.:

• Offer health education to patients or the general public to promote good oral hygiene practices.:

Qualifications:

1. Graduation from an accredited dental hygiene program.:

2. Current and valid state dental hygiene license.:

3. CPR certification.:

4. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.:

5. Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient care.:

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Experience working in a dental office setting.:

2. Certification in local anesthesia and nitrous oxide administration.:

Benefits:

• Competitive salary:

• Health insurance:

• Dental benefits:

• Retirement savings plan:

• Continuing education opportunities:

• Paid time off:

How to Apply:

If you are a passionate and qualified Dental Hygienist interested in contributing to a patient-focused dental practice, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience to marcus@makaihrc.com.:

Savannah Dental is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.:

Note: Only qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. We appreciate your interest in joining the Savannah Dental team.: