Dental Hygienist

Job Overview

This is a Dental Hygienist position for a practice in the New Orleans, LA area. You'll provide direct patient care, focusing on preventive oral health and building lasting relationships with your patients. The role centers on clinical hygiene work within a supportive dental office setting.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform thorough periodontal charting and soft tissue assessments.
• Conduct prophylaxis, scaling, and root planing with a focus on patient comfort.
• Take and develop dental radiographs (X rays).
• Provide clear oral hygiene instruction tailored to individual patient needs.
• Apply preventive agents like fluoride treatments and sealants.
• Document all clinical notes accurately in the patient's electronic record.
• Assist the dentist during examinations and certain procedures.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain strict infection control protocols.

Requirements

• A current Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license for the state of New Orleans, LA is mandatory.
• Certification to take dental radiographs is required.
• Experience with standard dental software for charting is expected; training on their specific system will be provided.
• The job involves being on your feet for extended periods and requires fine motor skills for instrumentation.
• A genuine interest in patient education helps you succeed here. New grads are welcome to apply if licensed.

What It's Like In This Role

The atmosphere is professional yet collaborative. You'll work closely with dentists, assistants, and front office staff as part of a cohesive team. Most days follow a structured schedule of back to back appointments, so time management is crucial. You’ll use modern dental chairs, ultrasonic scalers, and digital X ray systems daily. It's a busy practice where you can see the direct impact of your work on patients' health.

Why You'll Like This Opportunity

The chance to build your own patient base within a community practice offers real stability. There's consistent variety in cases; you're not just doing cleanings all day. Many practices offer flexibility in scheduling or opportunities to learn expanded functions over time. Working through JobXi lets you explore openings at different types of offices across New Orleans, LA to find the right fit for you.

Schedule & Work Type

The position is full time onsite at the dental office in New Orleans, LA. Typical hours fall within a Monday to Friday framework, though some part time or specific weekday schedules might be available depending on the hiring practice's needs. This is not a remote position.

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