Job ID: 2813
Location: Indio, California
Category: Specialist
Employment Type: Contract to Hire
Date Added: 04/24/2025
Our client is a network of community health clinics in Southern California providing medical, dental, mental health, and substance use services is looking for a Contract Registered Dental Hygienist in Indio, CA.
Location: Indio, CA, US
Pay Rate: $43.00 per hour
Work Schedule:
- Monday: 8:30 – 5:00pm
- Tuesday 11:00 – 7:30pm
- Wednesday -Closed
- Thursday 8:30 – 5:00pm
- Friday 8:30 – 5:00pm
- Saturday7:00 – 3:30pm
- Current and active Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) License in California.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to educate and interact with patients of all ages.
- Detail-oriented with a focus on providing excellent patient care.
Preferred Qualification Skills
- EHR- Electronic Health Record experience
- PMS- Practice Management System experience
- Conduct thorough patient screenings, including reviewing medical history, and documenting oral health conditions.
- Perform dental cleanings, scaling, root planning, and prophylaxis to prevent or treat periodontal disease.
- Apply preventive materials such as sealants, fluoride varnishes, and antimicrobial agents.
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, including brushing, flossing, and other preventive care instructions.
- Take and develop dental radiographs (X-rays) for diagnostic purposes.
- Assist the dentist during dental procedures as necessary.
- Administer local anesthesia under the dentist’s supervision.
- Prepare clinical treatment rooms, ensuring all instruments and equipment are sterilized and set up correctly.
- Ensure compliance with infection control protocols following OSHA and CDC guidelines.
- Maintain detailed and accurate patient records, including charting conditions of decay and disease for diagnosis and treatment.
- Communicate clearly with patients regarding treatment plans, follow-up care, and upcoming dental procedures.
- Collaborate with other dental professionals to ensure seamless patient care and optimal outcomes.
- Provide oral health education to patients, families, and community members through presentations or clinic initiatives.
- Stay informed about the latest dental hygiene practices and technologies and share relevant updates with the team.
- Ensure the proper functioning and maintenance of dental equipment, including ultrasonic scalers, suction devices, and X-ray machines.
- Monitor inventory of dental hygiene supplies and communicate needs for reordering to the appropriate personnel
