Dental Hygienist

Description Ready to make a difference in little lives while loving where you work? Join our fun, kid-focused dental team! Bring your smile to work every day — and help our young patients keep theirs shining bright! Looking for a place where your passion for kids and dentistry can truly shine? You’ve found it! Join a team that makes dental visits fun, positive, and unforgettable for every child who walks through our doors! Essential Functions Greet patients, prepare them for services and make them comfortable during care Complete a prophylaxis including the removal of calculus, plaque, and stains from the teeth and beneath the gums Visually examine gums for sores and signs of disease Conduct an extra oral exam to detect swelling or tenderness that could indicate the presence of disease Apply fluoride and other cavity preventing agents to arrest dental decay Apply sealants Chart conditions of decay and disease as requested by the dentist in the electronic patient record Obtain quality digital x-rays Provide clinical services and oral health education to patients, their caregivers and families to improve and maintain oral health Completely and accurately conduct a caries risk assessment and follow up with Best Care Program motivational interview Accurately post transactions in the computer system May administer local anesthetic agents Disinfect, clean, and sterilize work area and instruments Perform weekly and monthly maintenance of autoclaves and other equipment Follow the infection control protocol as outlined by OSHA Attend hygiene meetings and all scheduled staff meetings Review patient chart and medical history forms Assist with stocking supplies, general cleaning, and sharpening instruments Scheduling recall and sealant appointments Conducting hygiene education and/or screenings for daycare, schools, and office tours Other duties as assigned Job Type: Full-time or Part-time Requirements Valid State of Wisconsin Dental Hygiene License CPR certification One year of dental hygiene experience preferred One year of experience working with or caring for children preferred Strong customer service skills and commitment to patient/parent satisfaction Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to communicate with and educate parents Must be able to communicate with coworkers and work as a team in order to maintain a steady flow and accommodate patients scheduled within the hygiene department as well as other aspects of the office Exceptional behavior management skills or willingness to learn Good hand/eye coordination, manual dexterity and precision Basic computer and data entry skills Familiarity with Dentrix Ascend and Kodak Imaging helpful. Requires local travel to other First Impressions offices Ability to maintain patient confidentiality Summary As pediatric dentists and orthodontists , our mission at First Impressions is to provide the best dental care for infants, children, adolescents and patients with special needs, all delivered with care in a state-of-the-art, kid-friendly environment. We believe kids of all ages should enjoy a lifetime of healthy habits along with a healthy smile. The pediatric dentists and orthodontists of First Impressions, can partner with you to achieve this goal. The Dental Hygienist provides effective care to pediatric patients through varied treatment plans and oral hygiene education. Medical, Dental, and Vision Optional employee, spouse, and dependent life insurance Optional short-term and long-term disability insurance Optional supplemental critical illness and accident insurance PTO accruals 401K Paid uniforms and/or reimbursements Allow us to introduce ourselves: First Impressions Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics is the largest privately owned dental practice in Wisconsin; with 11 locations serving pediatric dental and orthodontic patients of varying ages, conditions and specialized needs. We’re not shy to say that our teams get to work with the very best families around; those who seek the best care for their kids, and who appreciate the difference a specialized care approach can make. We’re also ones to brag about the teams and co-workers we hire. We operate seamlessly across multiple locations and like to travel across locations to meet the interests and needs of our teams. This multi-office workweek approach offers great diversification (places and people) in your schedule, along with the privilege to serve multiple communities and their patients. And we believe in a strong work-life balance because we want you to fully enjoy- and be present- in both aspects of your day. We come to work recharged with full hearts, so that we can give exemplary care to each and every patient we see. Not to mention, our staff enjoys clocking out at 1:00pm every Friday afternoon to start their weekend. Beside competitive market pay, we emphasize the importance of offering our employees full benefit packages including medical, dental and vision insurances, 401k employee-match investments, HSA, accommodations for maternity leave and office support for new mothers, paid holidays and accumulating PTO to use at your discretion. That’s enough about us, let’s talk about you! Are you ready to bring your energy, compassion, and clinical skills to a place where kids actually love going to the dentist? At First Impressions Pediatric Dentistry, we’re on a mission to create positive dental experiences that last a lifetime — and we’re looking for a warm, enthusiastic Dental Hygienist to help us make that happen! You’ll play a key role in helping young patients feel comfortable, confident, and even excited about their oral health. If you love working with children, value teamwork, and are ready to grow in a fun, fast-paced pediatric setting, we can’t wait to meet you! An interest in working with kids of varying ages and abilities. Great attention to detail, along with an appreciation for organization and cleanliness in your workspace(s). Fantastic communication skills will be utilized daily. You will interact with a diverse group of individuals including doctors, hygienists, patients and their family. A great team player with a positive attitude. And of course, the ability to make patients smile! You do not need to have extensive dental backgrounds to be successful in this role! We’ll train you in all clinical elements you need in order to feel empowered and highly capable in this role. Previous experience in hospitality or customer-service industries translate seamlessly into this role. New graduates are highly encouraged to apply — we can’t wait to establish your professional career! #J-18808-Ljbffr First Impressions SC