Job Summary: 
Work together with the dentist to meet the oral health needs of the patient. Provide a high level of patient care and satisfaction while operating in a team-based environment. Handles a variety of clinical duties for dental office operations. These duties range in complexity and skill, and all aspects of the job require an exceptional level of customer service skills and a strong commitment to working well with patients, doctors, dental assistants, and other dental office team members. 

Essential Functions: 
-GBT Guided Biofilm Therapy equipment operation may be required. 
-Provide oral hygiene dental treatment and oral hygiene care and education in accordance with guidelines approved, issued, and regulated by the state in which they work. 
-Apply fluoride and protective sealants. Removal of calculus, stain and plaque from above and below the gum line. 
-Provide nutritional counseling and self-care programs to prevent disease. 
-Record and review patient medical histories. 
-Uphold office policy including HIPAA & OSHA. 
-Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. 
-Order and keep track of inventory as needed. 
-Other duties as assigned.  

Work Environment: 
-This job operates in a medical/clinical environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, x-rays, and phones. 
-This job operates in a well-lighted, sterile environment. Employees must wear gloves, masks, protective eye wear, and clothing to protect themselves and their patients from infectious disease. 

Physical Demands: 
-The employee frequently is required to talk and hear; stand and/or sit for long periods of time; walk; use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds. 
-While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to blood and blood-borne pathogens and/or physical risks, which will require OSHA training.

Required Skills & Experience:  
-One year of hands on experience as a hygienist.   
-Strong verbal and written communication skills. 
-Some locations require GBT Guided Biofilm Therapy operational experience.  

Preferred Skills & Experience: 
-GBT Guided Biofilm Therapy equipment operation experience.

Required Education: 
-High school diploma or GED. 
-Graduation from an accredited Dental Hygiene school. 

Preferred Education: 
-N/A

Required Certifications & Licensure:  
-Hold a current state issued Dental Hygiene license. 
-CPR certification. 

Preferred Certifications & Licensure: 
-N/A