Dental Hygienist Dr soliman fakkeh hospital

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

• Cleans teeth, provides preventive dental care and educates patients on oral hygiene: This includes the relationship between diet and oral health, and proper brushing and flossing techniques.
• Examines patients teeth and gums and records any diseases or abnormalities.
• Uses rotary and hand instruments, take and process X-rays, and administer topical anesthetics as applicable.
• Manages patient hygiene regimen: This includes taking, processing, and evaluating radiographs.
• Records patient vital signs, oral conditions, and treatment details: Updates computer charts with procedures and recommendations.
• Develops prevention programs for patients.
• Cleans and sterilizes instruments, prepares the hygiene room for patients and performs assisting and clerical duties during downtime.
• Provides intraoral camera tours and polish fillings and metal restorations.
• Educates patients and their families about health conditions, treatments and preventative measures if applicable.

Skills and Abilities:

• Able to follow and apply established office policies and procedures.
• Capable of working effectively with doctor, staff members, and patients under varying conditions.
• Familiar with computers and internet programs.

Experience:

2 - 3 years of experience

Education:

Requires a minimum of two years of college education. Because the dental hygiene education program includes dental and basic science courses, high school preparation should include biology and chemistry