What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Hygienist - Full Time position at Full Time - Alaska Premier Dental Group?
Join Our Patient-Centered Dental Team!
We’re excited to offer an outstanding opportunity for a passionate and skilled Dental Hygienist to join our well-established practice. With flexible full- or part-time schedules available, this is a chance to grow your dental career in a supportive, mentoring environment. Our office is equipped with cutting-edge technology, and we prioritize patient care above all else. In addition, we offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including dental, medical, and vision coverage, paid vacation, and 401(k).
If you’re looking for a dynamic, collaborative team culture, we’d love to hear from you!
The Ideal Candidate:
- Eager to grow both professionally and personally
- Excellent communicator with patients and team members
- Passionate about dental hygiene and educating patients to actively participate in their care
- Enjoys working in a team environment where every member is valued
- Warm and compassionate with the ability to put patients at ease
- Detail-oriented and dedicated to maintaining consistency in all processes
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform dental hygiene procedures, including cleaning, scaling, and polishing teeth
- Conduct thorough patient assessments and screenings for oral health conditions
- Take digital dental x-rays
- Administer local anesthesia and nitrous oxide as needed
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and provide personalized care instructions
- Accurately document patient treatment plans, progress notes, and medical history in electronic health records (EHR) systems such as Dentrix
- Ensure compliance with infection control protocols and all safety regulations
- Collaborate with the dental team to provide comprehensive and quality patient care
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary & excellent benefits package
- Flexible full- and part-time scheduling options
- Opportunities for ongoing professional development and training
- Fun, supportive, and collaborative team environment
If you’re ready to make a difference in patients' lives and work in an environment where your contributions are truly valued, we encourage you to apply today!