Registered Dental Hygienist

Job Description

Job Description

Dental Hygienist – New Center Opening

Pay: Negotiable

Guaranteed Pay: Receive 8 hours of guaranteed pay per scheduled workday for up to two 8-hour shifts per week , regardless of patient volume.

Join a newer Nuvia Dental Implant Center during an exciting period of growth. This is a unique opportunity to become an integral member of the clinical team, help shape the patient experience, and contribute to the ongoing success of a state-of-the-art implant center.

We welcome applications from candidates seeking either part-time or full-time employment . All positions are offered with a consistent, predetermined schedule, providing stability and predictability for both our team members and patients.

The Dental Hygienist at Nuvia is a licensed oral health professional responsible for delivering preventive dental care, educating patients on oral hygiene, and supporting the doctor in diagnosing and treating oral conditions. The hygienist plays a key role in promoting lifelong oral health and ensuring an exceptional patient experience.

Responsibilities

• Work in partnership with the doctor to capture exam information to be used for implant treatment planning
• Sets up the treatment area in accordance with patient procedures and established protocols.
• Greets and comforts patients, assists them to the dental chair, and ensures they are properly covered and prepared for their hygiene appointment.
• Responds to questions and requests from patients and staff, providing clear and helpful information.
• Maintains dental hygiene instruments by sharpening, sterilizing, and selecting the appropriate tools for each procedure.
• Chooses the necessary materials and equipment for each visit after assessing the patient’s oral health needs.
• Performs dental cleanings by removing plaque, tartar, and stains from teeth, including areas below the gumline, around implant crowns/bridges, and beneath full-arch fixed implant restorations.
• Screens for oral diseases by conducting oral cancer checks, palpating and visually inspecting gums and oral tissues, using probes to detect periodontal and peri-implant disease, assessing gum recession, and capturing and processing dental x-rays.
• Prevents tooth decay by applying fluoride treatments and other cavity-preventing agents.
• Supports patient comfort and function by creating temporary restorations, cleaning and polishing dentures and other removable appliances, placing and finishing amalgam fillings, and removing cement from crowns and bridges.
• Assists the dentist in managing dental and medical emergencies by keeping CPR certification current, monitoring emergency medications and oxygen, and maintaining an up-to-date emergency contact list.
• Instructs patients on oral hygiene practices, plaque control, and post-treatment care, and reminds them of upcoming hygiene appointments.
• Records all dental hygiene services, including vital signs, medical and dental histories, and detailed chart notes in patient records.
• Safeguards patient privacy and practice operations by keeping all information confidential.
• Keeps the work area safe and sanitary by following all safety procedures and regulatory guidelines.
• Upholds infection control standards to protect both patients and staff.
• Ensures dental equipment is functioning properly by performing routine maintenance, following manufacturer guidelines, troubleshooting issues, arranging repairs, and monitoring equipment inventory and updates.
• Manages dental supply inventory by tracking stock levels, anticipating needs, placing and following up on orders, and confirming deliveries.
• Uses dental resources efficiently to achieve optimal results while minimizing waste.
• Stays current in the field by attending continuing education courses, reading professional literature, building professional relationships, and participating in professional organizations.
• Supports the dental team by contributing to shared goals and completing related tasks as needed.

Requirements

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited program
• Active state license to practice as a dental hygienist
• CPR/BLS certification

Results

• Deliver high-quality, transformative dental care that meets or exceeds patient expectations
• Achieve strong patient satisfaction, contributing to Nuvia’s 50,000+ 5-star Google reviews
• Generate consistent case outcomes through efficient workflows
• Contribute to the center’s clinical productivity
• Support Nuvia’s growth and reputation as a national leader in full arch dental implant services
• Foster a positive, collaborative work culture that aligns with Nuvia’s values of; patient obsession, operational excellence, MVP teamwork, radical responsibility and eagerness to invent.