Dental Hygienist at TrueCar

San Marcos, San Jose, Costa Rica

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Part TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Healthcare, DentalIndustries

Requirements

No specific requirements listed in the job description

Responsibilities

Assess dental needs, prepare dental record and refer patients as necessary to dentist
Maintain dental records in accordance with legal and professional standards
Participate in developing and reviewing hygiene protocols
Attend continuing education programs to stay current, upgrade skills and increase knowledge
Impart preventive health education information and techniques to patients, including flossing and periodontal care
Perform various laboratory and x-ray procedures under supervision of the Dentist
Perform root planning, routine scalings, polish and contour restorations, oral exfoliative cytology, and apply pit and fissure sealants
Perform preliminary examination including periodontal charting, intra and extra-oral examination of soft tissue, charting of lesions, existing restorations and missing teeth, classifying occlusion, and myofunctional evaluation
Perform or supervise dental assistants in taking impressions for diagnostic and opposing models, applying non-aerosol and non-caustic topical agents, removing post-extraction and periodontal dressings, removing sutures, taking intra-oral measurements for orthodontic procedures, checking for loose bands, removing ligature ties, applying topical fluoride, and placing elastic separators
Perform or supervise registered dental assistant in testing pulp vitality, removing excess cement from supragingival surfaces of teeth, sizing stainless steel crowns, temporary crowns and bands, temporary cementation and removal of temporary crowns and removal of orthodontic bands, and placing post extraction and periodontal dressings
Under the direct supervision of the dentist, perform periodontal soft tissue curettage and administration of local anesthetic
Serve as a contact between TrueCare and the community, participating in preventative health education activities

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Periodontal ChartingRoot PlaningScalingPolishingOral Exfoliative CytologyPit and Fissure SealantsIntra-oral ExaminationExtra-oral ExaminationX-ray ProceduresPreventive Health EducationDental Impressions

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for the Dental Hygienist position?

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Is this a remote or in-office position, and where is it located?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What are the key responsibilities or skills needed for this Dental Hygienist role?

Key responsibilities include assessing dental needs, performing preventive procedures like root planning and scalings, conducting preliminary examinations such as periodontal charting, imparting health education, and performing lab and x-ray procedures under dentist supervision.

What is the company culture like at TrueCare?

TrueCare is committed to providing compassionate and comprehensive care to underserved communities in San Diego and Riverside Counties, with a focus on culturally sensitive, affordable services and improving the health of diverse communities through innovative, integrated care.

What makes a strong candidate for this Dental Hygienist position?

A strong candidate would have experience in performing hygiene protocols, preventive dental procedures like scalings and root planning, patient education, record maintenance, and participating in community health activities, along with a commitment to serving underserved communities.

TrueCar

Online platform for transparent car buying

About TrueCar

TrueCar simplifies the car-buying process by offering an online platform where consumers can easily compare prices and view specifications for new and used vehicles. The platform connects individual buyers with a network of certified dealerships, allowing for transparent pricing without the need for haggling. TrueCar generates revenue by charging dealers subscription fees to list their vehicles and earning commissions on sales made through its site. Additionally, it provides advertising services to automotive manufacturers. A recent feature includes a pre-qualification experience for financing, enhancing the shopping experience. The goal of TrueCar is to make car buying more transparent and less stressful for consumers.

Santa Monica, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2005Year Founded

$303.7MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Automotive & Transportation, FintechIndustries

201-500Employees