Dental Hygienist

Seeking a Dental Hygienist to Join our Growing Team! We are a family owned practice in the heart of SE Portland. Our patients are well established and have a long history with our practice. We are open Monday-Thursday from 8:00-5:00 pm with the intention to open Fridays (part-time) in the future. Pay $65 - $68 per hour Competitive salary based on experience. Shift & Schedule 3x12 Shifts are from 7:30 am-5:00 pm with a lunch break from 1:00 pm-2:00 pm. Hygienists are required to have local anesthetic, CPR/BLS certification. Nitrous certificate is not required. Requirements License & Certification: Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, Basic life support, Driver's license, Licensed dental hygienist, X-ray / Radiography Certification, Local Anesthesia Certification Software Experience: Eaglesoft Experience professionals not required, new graduates welcome! Preferences License & Certification: Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, Basic life support, Driver's license, Licensed dental hygienist, X-ray / Radiography Certification, Local Anesthesia Certification Software Experience: Eaglesoft Clinical Experience: General Dentistry Experienced hygienists and new grads are welcome! Job Description Job Overview We are looking for a hygienist to join our growing team! Our office is open Monday-Thursday 8:00-5:00 pm. The position is for 3-days per week, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday. We may have some flexibility if those days don't work for you. Duties Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including medical histories and oral examinations. Conduct dental cleanings, scaling, and polishing to maintain optimal oral hygiene. Utilize medical imaging techniques to assist in diagnosing dental conditions. Educate patients on proper oral hygiene practices and the importance of regular dental visits. Collaborate with the dental team to provide quality care in general dentistry and pediatric dentistry settings. Qualifications Valid state license to practice as a Dental Hygienist with local anesthetic certification. Proficiency in dental x-rays. Knowledge of medical coding, HIPAA regulations, and infection control practices. Familiarity with general dentistry procedures. Strong communication skills to effectively educate patients about their oral health. Nitrous oxide certification not necessary Job Type: Part-time Benefits Paid time off Health insurance 401(k) Employee discount on dental care Free parking in surrounding neighborhood 401(k) matching PTO Facility Information Name: Northwoods Dental Location: 3505 SE 36th Ave, Portland, Oregon Type: Dental clinic Healthcare Services: Dental office Opening Hours Monday: 8:00AM–5:00PM Tuesday: 8:00AM–5:00PM Wednesday: 8:00AM–5:00PM Thursday: 8:00AM–5:00PM Friday: Closed Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed Dental Hygienist License CPR Certification BLS Certification X-ray / Radiography Certification Local Anesthesia Certification Nitrous Oxide Certification Expanded Functions Dental Hygienist Advanced Dental Hygiene Practitioner Certification Infection Control License Driver's license #J-18808-Ljbffr Northwoods Dental