Job description

We are a private practice, focused on patients' health, not production goals. We are seeking a full time Registered Dental Hygienist. Schedule: Monday 7:30a-6:30p, Tuesday 7:30a-6:30p, Thursday 7:30a-5:30p and Friday 7:30a-5:00p

Dental Hygienist duties and responsibilities

The Registered Dental Hygienist in our office is Comprehensive, caring, experienced with strong Perio skills, dental health screening on patients, and educating them about oral systemic connection and how it impacts their overall health. Responsibilities include:

1. Counselling patients and keeping them calm during examination and treatment

2. Screening patients, including conducting mouth and neck examinations and reviewing medical and oral health history

3. Root Planing and Scaling

4. Administration of local anesthesia as needed

5. Supporting the Dentist on all aspects of dental care

6. Educating patients on proper teeth and gum care and the importance of diet on oral health

7. Sterilizing dental instruments and equipment

8. Charting dental conditions based on observations and evaluations

Dental Hygienist experience requirements

A Registered Dental Hygienist’s job requires outstanding knowledge of dental procedures and excellent communication skills. Dental Hygienists must be thorough and detail-oriented, as these qualities are essential during oral examinations and procedures such as plaque removals. Experienced Dental Hygienists will know how to apply local anesthetics under the Dentist’s supervision, clean and polish teeth, and ultimately treat gum disease. Dental Hygienists must be able to maintain a sterile environment, adhere to all Covid protocols, maintain dental equipment and review and update patient records. They must also be able to educate and advise patients on proper ways to care for their teeth and encourage them to follow treatments correctly.

Dental Hygienist education and training requirements

Dental Hygienists require a two year foundation Degree in Oral Health Sciences or Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy or a three year degree in the same discipline. LA license required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $42.85 - $44.43 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift

COVID-19 considerations:
All patients and employees are required to wear a mask. Air filters added to all operatories.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Vernon Rockville, CT 06066: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• Registered Dental Hygienist License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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