Dental Hygienist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Overview:  

• We are offering a $2000 sign-on bonus ( $1000 after 3 months and $1000 after 6 months) separate from your regular compensation. We are a high quality very modern almost brand-new multi-specialty group private practice (NOT a DSO)  seeking a skilled and compassionate Dental Hygienist to join our team, Monday, Tuesday, or Thursday 9-6 and Friday 9-1. No evenings or weekends.  
• We reserve a full hour for each appointment to make sure that you have enough time for each patient.  
• We currently have a dental assistant assigned to sterilize all instruments.  
• As a Dental Hygienist, you will play a vital role in providing quality dental care to our patients. 
• Your primary responsibility will be to perform dental cleanings and assist the dentist in various procedures. 
• If you are passionate about oral health and have excellent communication skills, we would love to hear from you. 

Duties:  

• Perform dental cleanings, including scaling, root planning, and polishing.
• Take dental X-rays.
• Conduct oral cancer screenings. 
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and provide. personalized oral care instructions.
• Administer local anesthesia as needed. 
• Maintain accurate patient records and update medical histories.
• Follow strict infection control protocols to ensure the safety of patients and staff.

Experience: 

To be successful in this role, you should have the following skills and qualifications: 

• Previous experience as a Dental Hygienist is preferred.
• Proficiency in dental software such as Dentrix, Eaglesoft, Epic, or similar systems. 
• Knowledge of dental coding and terminology related to dental procedures.
• Familiarity with vital signs monitoring and basic anatomy knowledge.
• Strong understanding of infection control protocols in a dental setting.
• Ability to operate scanning systems for digital impressions (preferred but not required).
• Experience in dental assisting is a plus. 

If you are looking for an opportunity to make a difference in patients' lives while working in a supportive and collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply. 

We offer competitive compensation. Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. Thank you for considering this opportunity.