What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hygienist position at Dentistry for Kids?
We’re searching for a dental hygienist to join our practice to assist the dentist and other team members with a variety of procedures.
Pediatric Hygienist Duties & Responsibilities:
- Counseling and calming patients during examinations and treatments.
- Screening patients, which includes a mouth and neck examination as well as a review of their oral health history.
- Patient education on the correct tooth and gum care, as well as the impact of diet on oral health.
- Perform dental radiograph procedures.
- Sterilizing dental devices and equipment.
- Plaque removal, tooth cleaning, and gum disease prevention.
- Assisting the dentist in all aspects of dental care.
- Being up-to-date with the most recent advancements in dentistry.
- Gathering patients’ medical and dental histories.
- Produce thorough documentation of procedure in dental records.
Pediatric Hygienist Requirements:
- Degree in dental hygiene from a recognized university.
- Pennsylvania hygiene license or pending license.
- Up-to-date CPR certification.
- Up to date Hepatitis B vaccination.
- The ability to perform radiographic procedures.
- Ability to accurately and effectively communicate (verbal, written, and interpersonal).
- Comfortable doing a wide range of computer tasks.
- Being well-versed in the areas of oral hygiene and dental wellness.
Compensation:
- $40-$42 per hour Production bonus.
- Continuing education reimbursement after 90 days.
- Flexible scheduling.
- 401k with Employer match after 1 year.
- Paid time off
- Benefits are available for full-time staff after 90 days.
- Full-time status begins at 28 hours per week.
We are willing to employ and train a candidate prior to receiving license notification. Candidates would be employed as a hygiene assistant prior to receipt of license.
Pediatric Hygienist at Dentistry for Kids in Monroeville, PA
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Salary: $40.00 - $42.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Monroeville, PA 15146: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
License/Certification:
- Dental License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $40 - $42