Hygienist

Dental Hygienist Needham, MA

The Dental Hygienist performs dental hygiene duties to promote quality dental care in a stress-free, safe, and welcoming environment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Scaling
• Prophylaxis
• Digital x-rays (DEXIS)
• Provides appropriate documentation
• Provides dental education to parents and patients.
• Additional responsibilities may include stocking and maintaining equipment and inventory and supporting overall clinical operations as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• Current Massachusetts Dental Hygiene License
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• Hepatitis vaccination recommended
• Continuing education requirements fulfilled
• Flexible availability, including some evenings and weekends

Core Competencies:

• Adheres to all HIPAA policies and procedures, protecting private information at all times
• Adheres to all Chestnut Dental Associates policies and procedures as outlined in the CDA Employee Handbook
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team, seeking assistance when appropriate
• Positively represents CDA to patients and families by demonstrating excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Maintains a friendly, professional attitude and works well with children in a pediatric setting
• Demonstrates the ability to manage conflict effectively with difficult patients and/or parents
• Works well with interruptions and manages multiple priorities efficiently, completing tasks in a timely manner while staying on schedule
• Performs effectively under pressure in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Exhibits professional behavior and maintains respectful relationships with doctors, administrators, supervisors, colleagues, patients, and outside representatives
• Speaks, understands, and writes fluent English

Physical Requirements Must be able to withstand extended periods of standing, walking, bending, and sitting. Manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and adequate vision are required.

What We Offer:

• $1,000 for FT and $500 for PT Sign-On bonus and an additional $2000 (FT) and $1000 (PT) for 120 days successful partnership
• A competitive compensation and benefits package in a supportive, family-oriented environment.
• Health Insurance with Prescription Drug Coverage and Vision Care, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• 401(k) with company match
• Company-Paid Group Life Insurance, Voluntary Short and Long-Term Disability, Supplemental Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Holiday, and Bereavement)
• Summer Hours
• Financial planning services and wellness resources.

Chestnut Dental Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace for all team members.

If you are passionate about providing exceptional dental care and want to join a collaborative and supportive team, we encourage you to apply.