a) Support corporate vision and strategy.
b) Demonstrate complete knowledge and usage of dental terminology, dental instruments, tray setups, and instrument sharpening.
c) Take, develop and mount diagnostically acceptable radiographs.
d) Follow practice protocols: quality assurance, biohazards, infection control, charting, referral, emergency medicine, implants, perio program, and emergency treatment.
e) Demonstrate proficient skills in dental prophylaxis and proper use of cavitron/prophy jet.
f) Effectively communicate Oral Hygiene Instructions and dispense proper oral hygiene aids.
g) Comply with practice guidelines listed in employee handbook.
h) Chart entire dentition and hard and soft tissue evaluation, including existing restorations, decay, perio charting, and treatment documentation.
i) Stock all needed supplies and maintain equipment.
j) Understand and utilize basic insurance knowledge and financial policies.
k) Provide positive and professional leadership role. Demonstrate positive patient and staff report.
l) Properly handle specialty referrals.
m) Successfully maintain recall system.
n) Demonstrate basic knowledge of applicable computer functions.
o) Comply with Longhorn Dental protocols and AAAHC standards.
Education, Training and/or Experience:
a) Current Texas dental hygiene license.
b) Current CPR training.
c) Prefer two years practice experience.
This position may include additional responsibilities that are not indicated in the job description.
