Dental Hygienist - Plainsboro New Jersey

Company: Dental illuminations
Location: Plainsboro, New Jersey
Posted On: 05/09/2025

Part-Time Registered Dental Hygienist Job Overview: Our well established, private practice is looking for a confident, patient-oriented and self motivated dental hygienist to work with us on a PART TIME basis (IMMEDIATE OPENING). You will work along-side the clinical team to provide exceptional care, while promoting and educating the patient on proper oral health and preventive care. Ideal candidate must demonstrate a deep understanding of periodontal cases, periodontal treatment planning and have confidence in scaling and root planning procedures, as well as, related health and safety protocols. This is a paperless office. Treatment planning and clinical charting are done through our software. Schedule:OFFICE HOURS Monday/Wednesday/Thursday 8-5pm Friday 8-2pm 1 Saturday a month 8-3pm but FLEXIBLE DAYS DEPENDING ON AVAILABLITY Responsibilities Conduct initial mouth screenings, review and record patient health history Take necessary dental x-rays Evaluate for periodontal conditions, such as: the need for full mouth debridement, localized and/or generalized periodontitis Provide thorough hygiene care, including: full mouth debridement, prophylaxis, scaling and root planning, fluoride and sealant placement Take Oral Cancer Screening Outstanding communication skills and ability to properly and effectively educate patients on oral health status Attention to detail. Ideal candidate must be ale to write clear, detailed and accurate clinical notes of services provided and pertinent conversations. Sterilization of instruments and operatory Ability to recognize dental treatment needs Maintain strict infection control, OSHA and HIPPA compliance Educate patients on proper dental care, including proper home care, as well as necessity of routine dental visits Other job-related duties, as designated ANESTHESIA LICENSE required Related keywords: dental hygienist, hygienist, dental, dental hygiene Job Type: PART-TIME Pay: $47.00 - $55.00 per hour depending on experience COVID-19 considerations: N95 respirators, gowns, safety glasses and face shields are provided. Air purification units are in each operatory, as well as front-desk area. Isolite systems are in each operatory for use during aerosol-generating procedures. Employment Type: Part Time Salary: $47 - $55 Hourly Bonus/Commission: No More...

Register an account with us and set up job agents! We'll email you immediately when jobs like this are posted on our site.