Dental Hygienist

Overview

Randolph & Associates Family Dentistry is seeking a Dental Hygienist to join our dedicated team of dental professionals in Bloomington, IL! We serve all demographics of the population, from preschoolers to the elderly, and we operate a busy office with high levels of traffic. In addition to preventive care appointments and scheduled procedures, we accept emergency calls. The ideal candidate will have a calm, reassuring, and friendly demeanor as well as the ability to multitask in a fast-paced atmosphere. If you're passionate about oral health and are excited about creating positive patient experiences, we hope to hear from you!

Compensation

• $36+ an hour based on experience

Schedule & Office Hours

• Open to full or part-time opportunities
• Monday through Friday
• 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Benefits and Perks

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance (FT employees)
• PTO and paid holidays (FT employees)
• 401(k) options
• Free CE courses provided by our affiliated vendors
• Occasional team lunches and office trips

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Dental Hygiene required
• Current state license required
• 2+ years' experience as a Dental Hygienist (preferred)
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Experience working with children preferred
• Basic understanding and knowledge of HIPAA privacy rules
• Current CPR certification required

Specific Duties

• Perform dental hygiene services and procedures, including dental prophylaxis, scaling, fluoride, sealants, and root planning
• Complete a thorough assessment of the patient's teeth, bone, and periodontal tissues, and document and chart any abnormalities or suspected conditions
• Customize care to meet patient's oral health
• Educate patients on good oral hygiene techniques
• Maintain patient confidentiality
• Provide all care in conjunction with accepted professional dental practices and standards
• Collect medical and dental histories from patients
• Chart dental conditions based on dentist's observations and evaluations
• Create molds of patients' teeth in preparation for dental appliances
• Sterilize dental instruments and tools
• Take X-rays of patients' teeth and develop them for dentist's use
• Provide chair-side assistance during dental procedures