JOB SUMMARY
The Dental Hygienist is responsible for delivering direct dental care and associated services to patients under the clinical supervision of the dentist and the Medical Director. They will utilize established dental hygiene protocols and procedures.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Administrative Duties:
Record, prepare and maintain patient chart information into Dentrix, and other data systems and/or patient records as required.
Ensure patient documentation is fully complete.
Ensure procedures are documented accurately on superbills/billing sheets, and patient record (hardcopy and electronic-Dentrix) for proper payment.
Clinical Duties:
Deliver direct dental care to patients assigned.
Assess patient dental conditions and needs by reviewing medical/dental history.
Record and report pertinent observations as it relates to patient’s oral healthcare.
Record dental history or c...