Dental Hygienist/therapist - Saltcoats, United Kingdom - Saltcoats Dental Care

Description

Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Dental Hygienist to join our team. As a Dental Hygienist, you will play a vital role in providing quality oral healthcare to our patients. If you are passionate about oral health and have excellent communication skills, we would love to hear from you.


Responsibilities:

• Perform dental cleanings, including scaling and polishing
• Take and develop dental xrays
• Conduct oral cancer screenings
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques
• Administer fluoride treatments
• Assist the dentist during procedures as needed
• Maintain accurate patient records
• Follow infection control protocols

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of dental anatomy and oral health
• Proficiency in using computeraided design (CAD) software for creating dental prosthetics
• Familiarity with medical imaging techniques for diagnosing dental conditions

Requirements:

• Valid Dental Hygienist license in Scotland
• Graduation from an accredited dental hygiene program
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and ability to work with precision
• Ability to educate patients on oral health practices

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Company Pension
• Paid time off and holidays

Job Type:
Part-time


Pay:
£22.00-£30.00 per hour


Expected hours:
per week


Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• Transport links

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Experience:

Dental Hygienist: 1 year (preferred)


Licence/Certification:

• GDC Registration (required)

Work Location:
In person

Reference ID: 190315