Registered Dental Hygienist

About Us: Are you a passionate and dedicated Dental Hygienist? Newtown Dentistry is excited to offer an incredible opportunity for a Dental Hygienist to become an integral part of our team. Join us in making a positive impact on the oral health and smiles of our patients!

Why Choose Newtown Dental? Compassionate Adult and Pediatric Care : We specialize in caring for our littlest patients and adult patients, creating a warm and friendly environment that makes dental visits a positive experience for our patients. Collaborative Team : Join a team of experienced dental professionals who are passionate about dentistry and committed to providing exceptional care.

If you are a caring and skilled Dental Hygienist with a passion for ensuring patients have a healthy and happy smile, we encourage you to apply. Join Newtown Dental and be a part of a team that's making a real difference in the lives of our patients. Your expertise and compassion are needed here!

As our Dental Hygienist, you will play a vital role in our practice by: Maintaining patient medical records, updating patient medical history, and vital signs as needed. Conducting complete patient X-ray procedures, including taking, developing, and storing X-Rays as necessary. Completing periodontal charting as directed. Preparing tools and equipment necessary for the Provider and assisting the Provider with exams as necessary. Performing preventative periodontal care on patients, including scaling, prophylaxis, root planing, and the application of preventative agents and sealants. Performing expanded functions, such as placing and carving amalgam and composite restorations, applying cavity liners, and placing/removing temporary crowns. Providing anesthetic for preps for the doctor. Administering local anesthesia and nitrous oxide analgesia as necessary. Working in tandem with the doctors to carry one column of restorative work each day.

Qualifications : 1+ years of practical experience as a dental hygienist. Registered Dental Hygienist License in PA. Local Anesthesia license (required). Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification. Experience with medical imaging techniques, such as intraoral and extraoral x-rays. Desire and ability to learn new skills and be a team player. Commitment to being punctual and reporting to work on time. Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills and the desire for professional growth. Be organized and possess a superior knowledge of dentistry and dental terminology.