What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Hygienist position at SmileAlive?
We at Smile Alive are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Dental Hygienist for our expanding Eugene office. Ideal candidates provide exceptional patient-centric care, perform dental cleanings, and assist with various clinical procedures. If you value helping patients achieve their oral health goals in a supportive, team-focused environment we would love to hear from you. Your commitment to striving for excellence will elevate our clinical protocols and play a vital role in transforming our patient’s long-term health.
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive dental cleanings, including scaling and polishing, conduct patient assessments, including vital signs, medical history review, and oral examinations.
- Assist with chairside procedures such as medical imaging, cavity detection, and anesthetic agents.
- Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and treatment plans tailored to their needs.
- Maintain accurate documentation of patient records using Dentrix.
- Follow infection control protocols using aseptic techniques to ensure a sterile environment.
- Collaborate with other team members to deliver high-quality general dentistry services.
- Ensure accurate medical coding and documentation for billing accuracy and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Skills
- Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, infection control, and aseptic technique.
- Skilled in taking digital radiographs and understanding medical records management.
- Familiarity with HIPAA regulations, medical coding, and documentation review processes.
- Excellent patient care skills with a compassionate approach to patient education and assessment.
- Knowledge of EMR systems (Electronic Medical Records including digital X-rays) and general dentistry procedures.
- Ability to work effectively within a team in a clinical environment while maintaining attention to detail.
Job Type: Part-time, Full-time (4 days a week, with possible 5th)
Expected hours: minimum 20 hrs. part-time, 32-40 full-time.
Pay: $55.00 - $65.00 per hour, based on skill level and experience.
We offer competitive hourly wage, plus a generous monthly bonus structure on a percentage of adjusted hygiene production over our set goal.
Benefits:
· Sign-on bonus of $10,000 with contract clause
- 401(k)
- We offer goal-based incentive paid quarterly upon completion of key milestones. (KPIs)
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Work Location: In person @ 2921 Crescent St., Ste 210 Eugene OR, 97403
Please call us @ 541-683-8396 to learn more
Pay: $55.00 - $65.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $55 - $65