Dental Hygienist
columbus, GA 31906 US
Job Description
- Ensure patients feel as comfortable as possible before the 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
- 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
- Diploma in Dental Hygiene required; Master’s degree is a plus
- Current and Valid License to practice dental hygiene required
- Previous Dental Hygienist experience required
- Must have experience in preparing dental instruments and equipment
- Understanding of health & safety regulations i.e., HIPAA
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check
- The building is located immediately of I-185 with close access to shopping outlets and various restaurants
- Friday afternoons off! Work schedule Monday thru Thursday 8am to 5pm AND Friday 8am to 1pm
- Clean and welcoming work environment while working with an excellent team to provide quality service to their clients
- Company offers career opportunities to fuel your passion and dedication to helping others
- Close to area shopping and restaurants
- During your employment with Team1Medical Staffing, you are eligible to enroll in our benefits program including medical (3 plans to choose from), dental, disability, critical illness, life, vision, accident, and behavioral health insurance. Additional benefits include 401K, direct deposit, and our referral bonus program!
Meet Your Recruiter
Kelsey Fink
Staffing Consultant
Kelsey started her career in the human resources department of an automotive organization. She joined Team1Medical as a Staffing Consultant in 2022. Kelsey is trilingual, fluent in German and English, and advanced in Russian. Kind-spirited, patient, and funny, Kelsey will exhaust all resources to get you the position that you want. She loves helping people and enjoys interactions of all kinds.
After work, she likes to read books, bake cupcakes, and spend time with her children.