Dental Hygienist

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

We're looking for a registered dental hygienist to join our growing team! You’ll complete initial patient screenings, conduct dental cleanings, and assist dentists with examinations and procedures. Job seekers should have incredible customer service skills and a passion for providing excellent dental services. If you love helping people and want to work alongside a group of experienced dental professionals, start your application today!

We offer single-column or accelerated assisted hygiene opportunities, full-time or part-time.

With six private practice locations in the Denver Metro area, job seekers in search of diversified schedules may be accommodated.

We offer benefits to all full-time team members after the intro period, including:

• Medical insurance
• Dental benefits
• Voluntary life, vision, and disability insurance
• 401k
• Paid time off
• Holiday pay
• Bonus opportunities!

Responsibilities

• Chart and document clinical findings
• Educate patients about their periodontal health
• Administer anesthetic for SRP or sensitive patients (including N2O)
• Periodontal therapy and routine hygiene care
• Application of Fluoride and sealants
• Laser procedures (certification provided)
• SDF application (certification provided)
• Digital X-rays and I/Os
• Sterilization and asepsis, including instruments, equipment and rooms
• Discuss existing treatment plans with patients
• Share findings with your attending dentist for treatment planning and case presentation
• Scheduling recare appointments to ensure continuity of care
• Meet the standard of care, OSHA, and HIPAA requirements
• Comfortable with Dentrix or similar dental practice software
• Educate patients of all ages on proper oral homecare
• Evaluate for pathology, such as gingivitis, periodontitis, caries and failing existing restorations
• Keep detailed records of each patient’s visit
• Update patient health history and periodontal chart annually

Qualifications

• Compassionate and patient-centered
• Has active CO dental hygienist license without restrictions
• Excellent communication and diagnostic skills
• Reliable, upbeat, and knowledgeable
• Ability to diagnose and treat periodontal disease
• Current CPR/BLS
• Licensed to administer anesthetic
• Understanding of HIPAA/OSHA
• Diode Laser certification is preferred but not required
• Associate’s degree and certification in dental hygiene program required, higher levels of education are highly valued
• Capable of standing all day to assist patients

Compensation

$45 - $70/hour (Single Column vs XL)

Bonuses for ancillary services and goals met

About New Day Dentistry

Since the opening of our very first private practice in 2007, New Day Dentistry has enjoyed the reputation of offering quality dental treatment and compassionate care to our patients at an affordable cost.

New Day Dentistry is owned and operated by Dr. Jamie Suman and Dr. Jeremy Zeigler, who practice in their own locations in Northglenn and Lakewood respectively. We are a small Dental Services Organization whose philosophy of care centers around community, integrity, and transparency.

We employ qualified, friendly, and dedicated professionals to care for our patients and support our dentists. We offer competitive wages and benefits, including health insurance, retirement, and paid leave. We foster a safe and professional environment for our teams and recognize the value of each individual.

We look forward to reviewing your application!