Hygienist

Hygienist - Oral Surgery In-office | Full-time Rochester, MI

Great Oaks Periodontics and Dental implants provides world-class oral care in Rochester, MI. Our surgeons combine personalized care with precise techniques to make every patient's visit a positive one. We prioritize a patient-first approach from consultation to post-treatment. We're looking for a passionate and dedicated Dental Hygienist to join our team to ensure we are providing comprehensive care and supporting our patients' long-term oral health.

As a Dental Hygienist, you will play a vital role in our patient care team. You will be responsible for performing dental cleanings, conducting oral health assessments, taking x-rays, applying fluoride or sealants, and educating patients on oral hygiene. Your attention to detail, communication skills, and ability to build relationships with patients will help create a positive experience for everyone who visits our office.

• Cleans calcareous deposits, accretions, and stains from teeth and beneath margins of gums using dental instruments.
• Examines gums using probes to locate periodontal recessed gums and signs of gum disease; feels lymph nodes under patient's chin to detect swelling or tenderness that could indicate the presence of oral cancer.
• Applies fluorides or other cavity-preventing agents to arrest dental decay.
• Takes dental x-rays, exposes and develops x-ray film.
• Records and reviews patient medical histories; charts conditions of decay and disease for diagnosis and treatment by dentist.
• Maintains dental equipment and sharpens and sterilizes dental instruments.
• Provides clinical services or health education to improve and maintain the oral health of patients or the general public.
• Assist the surgeon during exams and procedures as needed

• Valid Dental Hygienist license
• CPR certification
• Thorough understanding of HIPAA and OSHA policies
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited program, or the successful completion of a recognized vocational program in dental hygiene
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well with patients of all ages
• Proficiency in dental software systems
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient care

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay, Bonus potential, annual merit reviews
• Health, dental, vision and life insurance with HSA option
• Paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, and Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) retirement savings with company match
• Short- and Long- Term Disability
• Uniforms/Scrubs provided
• Variability in hygiene scheduling which helps break up the typical back-to-back cleaning appointments
• The most up to date and cutting-edge technology

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or protected veteran status.