Company Description

For over 40 years, Harris Dental has provided personalized care with genuine concern and a nationwide reputation for excellence in cosmetic dentistry. We offer comprehensive dental services from general dentistry to cosmetic dentistry and dental implants and we even provide sedation dentistry for those with dental phobia. We believe that everyone deserves a confident smile and our goal is to help make that happen. As the Harris Dental family grows, it has become imperative to tell our patients and community the core values from which we develop our culture from. Why we’re excited to get up and come to work each day… OUR PURPOSE: To do good, treat people with respect, and provide our patients with what matters most to them. OUR VISION: To become the most sought out, trusted and compassionate dental office serving the valley. We are now excited to offer virtual smile consultations so patients know what to expect even before coming into the office.https://www.harrisdental.com/

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: 

• Clinical Autonomy 

• Collaborative environment

• Modern Office Setting

• Work Life Balance: Mondays/alternating Fridays

• 1 week Paid Time Off

• Professional Growth and Leadership Opportunities 

• CE Opportunities

Key Responsibilities: 

• Perform hygiene clinical procedures, including oral prophylaxis, periodontal maintenance, scaling and root planing, 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 

Additional Information: 

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit 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.

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. 

Qualifications

Qualifications: 

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

• X-Ray/Radiology Certification where state regulations specify 

• Local Anesthesia/Nitrous Oxide certification where state regulations specify 

Additional Information

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. 

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit 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.

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