Company Description

At Plaza Dental Group, we’re passionate about providing quality dental care for the San Jose community of all ages. We believe that our patients, no matter what their age, should be provided with quality health care. We service individuals and families located in San Jose and its surrounding areas. We take a comprehensive approach to dentistry giving you solutions to address your oral needs. One of our basic beliefs is in listening to our patients so we take the time to fully understand each persons needs and what their goals are. Through this we can bring beautiful, healthy smiles to all.

To learn more about our office, check out our website here: https://plazadental.com/

Job Description

We offer a work environment which is supportive and offers the chance to learn about a variety of technologies. Team members enjoy the benefits of being surrounded by individuals who have a sincere desire to help others reach their full potential. 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: 

• Work Life Balance: Tuesday and Thursday

• Up to 3 weeks collective paid time off

• Clinical Autonomy 

• Collaborative environment

• Modern Office Setting

• Work Life Balance 

• 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 

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

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.

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.