Join Our Team as a Dental Hygienist!

Are you a passionate and skilled Dental Hygienist looking for a rewarding career in a supportive and professional environment? We are seeking a dedicated individual to join our clinical team full-time. If you are committed to providing excellent patient care and want to be part of a practice that values its employees, we would love to hear from you!

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive Pay: $38 - $45 per hour
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement Savings: 401k plan available.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) and a consistent Monday-Thursday schedule.

Job Summary

As a Dental Hygienist, you will be responsible for assessing patient needs, and planning and delivering direct dental hygiene care and associated services. You will play a crucial role in our patients' health by utilizing established dental hygiene protocols and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Assessment: Conduct thorough dental assessments, including medical history review, dental and periodontal charting, oral cancer screenings, and taking vital signs.
• Direct Patient Care: Perform a variety of dental hygiene treatments such as cleanings, polishing, radiographs, sealant and fluoride applications, teeth whitening, and fabrication of appliances.
• Anesthesia Administration: Provide local anesthesia to patients as needed for dental procedures.
• Treatment Planning: Develop and implement individualized dental care plans, providing education and discharge planning for patients and their families under a dentist's supervision.
• Chair-side Assistance: Assist the dentist with special tests, complex treatments, and procedures.
• Documentation: Proficiently use dental software to document patient visits, chief complaints, educational points, and all performed procedures. Ensure follow-up appointments are scheduled.
• Emergency Response: Assist with or institute emergency measures for any adverse developments during patient treatment.
• Office Duties: Contribute to a smooth office flow by assisting with patient reception, telephone calls, triage, and preparing patient care areas.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree or a Certificate/Licensure in Dental Hygiene in the state you are working.
• Current certification to provide local anesthesia in the state you are working.
• CPR Certification is required.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state regulations for dental outpatient services.
• Ability to formulate effective therapeutic treatment plans from dental records.
• Proficiency in performing a full range of dental hygienist procedures.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical information clearly.
• Knowledge of patient screening, charting, and medical history documentation.

Schedule and Work Environment

• Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM with a one-hour lunch break.
• Environment: You will be working in a professional dental practice. The environment can be fast-paced due to patient appointment schedules, requiring the ability to handle normal job-related anxieties effectively. The role involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, such as toxic chemicals and radiation, which require following basic safety precautions, including OSHA training for blood-borne pathogens.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds and move objects up to 50 pounds.
• Requires sitting for long periods, repetitive motion of hands and arms, and good eye-hand coordination.
• Must have close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.