Registered Dental Hygienist

  • Full-time

Company Description

We are committed to providing the highest quality clinical care and personalized service in a warm and compassionate atmosphere. Our doctor and staff enjoy getting to know each patient and their families, and love creating relationships that last multiple generations. A lifetime of healthy smiles start here! We believe in providing optimal treatment results, but recognize that the overall dental experience is crucial, too. That's why we customize treatment plan for each individuals' goals and expectation. Being clinically competent and providing advanced infection control are standards that we strive to exceed with the newest technology and techniques. We are especially attentive to everyone's individual needs, and do our best to be helpful with insurance, flexible scheduling, flexible payment options, and any special needs that our families and patients have. Parent and patients will be reassured by the level of expertise of our friendly and highly experienced staff. Our dental team is dedicated to helping you maintain your health and your beautiful smile for many years to come. We look forward to getting to know you and your family.

Job Description

Dental Hygienists play an essential role in patient education and preventative dental care while also working in partnership with our doctor(s). Our Hygienists focus on building relationships with patients and having strong communication in order to deliver an exceptional patient experience. By joining our practice, you will have: 

  • $7,500 Welcome Bonus

  • Clinical Autonomy

  • Collaborative environment  

  • Modern Office Setting 

  • Work Life Balance

  • 3 weeks PTO & 8 Paid Holidays 

  • Paid Parental Leave 

  • Medical/Vision/Dental Benefits 

  • 401k Match 

  • Professional Growth and Leadership Opportunities 

  • CE Opportunities  

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Perform hygiene clinical procedures, including cleanings, prophy, periodontal maintenance, scaling and root planning, sealants, fluoride, oral cancer screenings and x-rays 

  • Educate patients on the importance of oral hygiene, as well as instructions and demonstrations of effective oral hygiene methods 

  • Communicate with doctor where there are opportunities in patients for restorative and/or periodontal needs 

  • Obtain and review dental history and/or records from patient (review patient health history and care slips) and ensure health history is updated for all returning patients 

Qualifications: 

  • Degree or certificate in Dental Hygiene from an accredited program and a valid state license  

  • X-Ray/Radiology Certification where state regulations specify 

 

Working Environment & Physical Requirements  

This is a clinical working environment where potential exposure to hazardous waste and blood-borne pathogens is possible. Requires prolonged periods of standing, leaning, and bending. Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times. 

Additional Information

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.