Dental Hygienist

Job Opening:
Dental Hygienist Company Overview

Our office is a well-established two-doctor private practice, and is excited to announce an opening for a dedicated Full-Time Dental Hygienist. Situated in a community-oriented locale, our practice prides itself on delivering top-notch dental care with the help of state-of-the-art technology including digital radiographs, intra-oral cameras, and intra-oral scanners.

As part of our dynamic team, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to make a significant positive impact on our patients' health and well-being. We are looking for a mature, experienced, and highly skilled professional who thrives in a positive and expanding team environment. If you are outgoing, friendly, and ready to contribute to a thriving dental practice, this role might be perfect for you.

• Perform dental hygiene services and procedures, including dental prophylaxis, scaling, root planning and sealant application.
• Educate patients on oral health and preventive care techniques.
• Maintain accurate patient records and document patient treatment and care accurately.
• Assist in the assessment and management of oral health conditions, patient screening procedures, and review of health history.
• Utilize digital radiographic and intra-oral imaging equipment.
• Administer local anesthetic agents effectively under supervision of the dentist.
• Engage in office duties to maintain cleanliness and functionality of the dental office equipment and tools.
• Collaborate with dentists to plan for patient care and treatment options.
• Contribute to team efforts by accomplishing related tasks as needed to ensure optimal patient service and clinic workflow.
• Partake in educational workshops to enhance professional and technical knowledge.
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and local regulatory laws, and conform to practice protocols.

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited program.
• Current dental hygienist license in the state where the job is located.
• Demonstrable ability to operate advanced dental technology equipment including digital radiographs and intra-oral cameras.
• Strong understanding of HIPAA and other relevant privacy regulations.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on patient-care and team collaboration.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently and effectively in a busy office environment.
• High attention to detail in all aspects of dental care and office duties.
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills.
• Commitment to professional development and maintaining current knowledge in the field of dental hygiene

• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Dental care for employee and immediate family