Description

Description

We are looking for a Dental Hygienist to join our exceptional Advanced Dental Clinic team!

At our office, we pride ourselves on providing personalized patient care and attention. Unlike larger practices, where patients may feel like just another number, we take the time to get to know our patients and develop long-term relationships with them. This allows us to provide tailored care that meets their unique needs and preferences.

In addition, our collaborative and supportive work environment fosters a sense of teamwork and camaraderie among our team. We believe that by working together, we can provide the best possible care for our patients and help each other grow and develop professionally.

We are committed to offering our team a competitive compensation package, including benefits and several other perks.:

• Paid Holidays and PTO
• Monthly Bonuses
• 401k
• Health and Vision Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance: Long & Short- Term Disability Coverage, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance
• Employer paid: Dental, Life Insurance, Care.com membership, & Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Scrub Allowance
• Development and Growth Opportunities
• Continuing Education Allowance

Position Summary:
The Registered Dental Hygienist provides ongoing preventive oral care through conventional periodontal therapy, non-surgical periodontal therapy to prevent periodontal gum disease.

Requirements

Your contribution to the team includes:

• Perform clinical hygiene functions including, but not limited to: exposing/evaluating x-rays, oral cancer screening, prophylaxis, non-surgical periodontal therapy, fluoride treatments
• Educates patients on the importance of preventive care, the disease process and the role of bacteria, provides appropriate instructions on home care
• Maintain accurate complete digital documentation
• Sterilizes dental instruments properly
• Maintains patient confidentiality and takes every precaution to secure electronic Protected Health Information (PHI) under HIPAA.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Professional and friendly with great chair side manner
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and changes.
• Knowledge of cross contamination and how to prevent it.
• Maintain continuing education courses.

Education/ Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Associate Degree in Dental Hygiene

Special Requirements/ Certifications/ Licenses

• CPR and First Aid certificate
• Registered Dental Hygienist License
• Licenses required for this position must be kept current, valid, and in good standing with the presiding entity.