Dental Hygienist

Overview: Calling all Dental hygienists - Offering Flexible Days and Hours Offering a comprehensive benefits package - PTO, Sick, Holiday, Med/Vis/Dental, and more! We are looking for an enthusiastic hygienist who loves building and maintaining positive relationships with patients. Dr. Solooki is our doctor partner who has been with our company for over twenty years. His focus is providing comprehensive care for patients and putting the patients and their needs first. He likes to provide patients with the knowledge to link their oral and systemic health. What if you could be rewarded for doing what you love with a team that supports you in an environment with a shared passion for quality patient care? As a valued member of the family, we will support you, and invest in you and your future with medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid holidays, and many other benefits! We believe in the value of talented people, and we aim to craft an environment that engages you professionally.  Days/Hours: Flexible we will work with your schedule Compensation: $45.00 - $50.00 We welcome hygienists from all different experience levels, including recent graduates, to join our team.Here are a few reasons why hygienists love to work with us:You are in Control of your Schedule. As a Hygienist with us, you work with the front office staff on how to best schedule your appointments. We want you to maximize your time with each patient and not feel rushed. In addition, you work with the dentist(s) and support staff in the office to build a robust recall program and provide comprehensive care to patients.We support your Career Development & Growth with opportunities in our Company across various regions, including our corporate support team. Responsibilities: Essential FunctionsReview daily schedule with staff for hygiene patientsWork with front office staff to schedule hygiene patients with efficiencyAccurately chart each patient's periodontal healthClearly communicate with patients in a professional mannerPerform thorough and gentle prophylaxis for patientsPerform scaling, root planing and selective polishing for patients as appropriatePolish restorationsAdminister local anesthetics, if allowed by dental practice actPlace medicaments subgingivally for periodontal disease treatmentApply cavity-preventive agents, such as fluorides and sealantsEvaluate patient comfort level during treatment and help relieve patient anxietyAccurately and appropriately record provided treatmentEducate patients on proper oral hygiene techniquesCounsel patients on oral health, including the role of nutritionReview patient health and dental history forms and update as necessaryPerform other tasks assigned by the dentistHandle patient records securely and in compliance with HIPAA regulations along and office policies and standard operating proceduresAccurately record patient medical and dental historiesAssist in the administration of the recall systemActively participate in team meetings Qualifications: EducationMust be licensed to practice in state and meet other applicable state requirementsMinimum two years associate's degree (University-based dental hygiene programs, baccalaureate)Experience working in a fast-paced dental environment; DSO/Group Practice experience preferredSkills and AbilitiesExcellent interpersonal skills to maintain effective rapport with patients, dentists and coworkersStrong verbal skills to communicate professionally with patients and staffProficient multi-tasking abilities in a fast-paced environmentAbility to manage time efficientlyAbility to travel between locations preferred

Created: 2025-02-27