Are you an experienced, self-motivated dental hygienist who loves helping and educating patients on their oral health? Are you a hard worker with a drive to build up the hygiene department? If you're a patient-oriented go-getter who isn't afraid to discuss both money and health, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our dental practice.
Your Responsibilities
As a dental hygienist in our practice, you'll specialize in performing diagnostics, offering services, and providing products for optimal oral health. Your role will involve applying your technical skills in dental hygiene and staying up-to-date with the latest research on periodontal and oral health.
You'll play a crucial part in helping patients understand their current dental health and its impact on overall health, longevity, and quality of life. Your dedication to providing professional and caring oral health administration will contribute to our practice's mission of preventing and treating oral diseases.
You're Thriving In Your Position If
Prioritize patient comfort and understanding during treatment. Exhibit thoughtfulness and friendliness towards patients' needs without being overly chatty or self-absorbed. Set an example as a model of ideal oral health. Strive to maintain a schedule that minimizes patient wait times and effectively manages overall office patient flow. Remain flexible with time, being present, engaged, and ready to work during all assigned shifts. Educate patients on their specific risk factors and oral health-related issues in a supportive manner. Screen and assess oral health conditions for new and recall patients as directed by the dentist. Verify patient health history, medications, and understand their impact on dentistry. Perform clinical hygiene functions efficiently, including radiographs, blood pressure monitoring, prophylaxis, non-surgical periodontal therapy, and co-assessment of possible restorative treatments with the doctor. Accurately diagnose and enter hygiene treatment plans, as well as dentist treatment plans when requested. Ensure patients comprehend the consequences of their dental conditions and inspire action for necessary treatment. Effectively utilize patient education materials to encourage treatment follow-through. Teach patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies, such as toothbrushing, flossing, and nutritional counseling. Administer locally applied antimicrobials and offer fluoride treatment as directed by the doctor. Perform non-surgical periodontal therapy, place sealants, and perform coronal polishing. Utilize intraoral camera effectively and screen for oral cancer. Take alginate impressions and fabricate whitening trays if necessary. Maintain accurate and timely chart notes. Follow OSHA guidelines for operatory cleanliness prior to patient appointments. Coordinate with dental assistants responsible for ordering and maintaining hygiene supplies and deliverable products. Foster a harmonious working relationship with clinical assistants, administrative team members, and dentists. Proactively contribute to a productive schedule by scheduling patients for treatment and recall, and reaching out to unscheduled patients through various communication channels. Qualifications Dental Hygiene certification from an accredited dental hygiene school. Active Radiology & CPR License. Current hygiene license issued by the state of employment (renewed annually). Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, and Infection Control training as required by law. Compensation and BenefitsAt our dental practice, we understand the importance of providing competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits to attract and retain top talent. We offer the following: Competitive Salary: We value your skills and expertise, and we offer a competitive salary that reflects your experience and contributions. Performance-Based Bonus: You have the opportunity to earn a performance-based bonus, with personal hygiene production as a key metric. Retirement Planning: We offer a 401(k) plan to help you plan for a secure future. Health Insurance: We provide health insurance coverage to support your well-being and ensure peace of mind. Dental Insurance: As part of our commitment to oral health, we offer dental insurance coverage for you and your eligible dependents. Vision Insurance: We understand the importance of maintaining good vision, and we provide vision insurance to help cover your eye care needs. Discounted Dental Benefits: You and your immediate family members can benefit from discounted dental treatments to maintain optimal oral health. Paid Holidays: We recognize the importance of work-life balance, and we offer paid holidays to allow you to spend quality time with your loved ones. Life Insurance: We provide life insurance coverage to protect you and your family's financial security. Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance: In the event of an unexpected illness or injury, we offer short-term and long-term disability insurance to provide income protection. Paid Time Off (PTO): We understand the importance of rest and relaxation, and we offer a generous PTO policy to ensure you have time to recharge and pursue personal interests. Hours of Operation Monday - Thursday: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM NO WEEKENDS!
We are excited to welcome a talented dental hygienist like you to our team. Apply today and become part of our thriving dental practice.
