Dental Hygienist
Dental Associates of CT · Guilford, CT · 5 mo ago
HealthcareFull-time
About the role
Currently, we are looking for a full-time Dental Hygienist to join our family.
Responsibilities
- Perform dental hygiene services and procedures, including dental prophylaxis, scaling and root planing, application of fluoride and sealants
- Detect disease by completing oral cancer screening; feeling and visually examining gums, using probes to locate periodontal disease and to assess levels of recession
- Select materials and equipment for dental hygiene visit by evaluating patient’s oral health
- Educate patients by giving oral hygiene and plaque control instructions and postoperative instructions
- Document dental hygiene services by recording vital signs, medical and dental histories, and charting in patient charts
- Sterilization of equipment
- Take x-rays as necessary and as recommended by the ADA
Requirements
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proven ability to follow outlined policies and guidelines
- Possess a professional and positive attitude
- Associate’s degree from an accredited dental hygiene program
- Valid license to practice in Connecticut (Registered Dental Hygienist, RDH)
- Available to work within current office hours, specific shifts to be determined:
- Monday - 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
- Friday - 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Qualifications
- Preferred Dental Office Experience
- Dentrix Ascend Software Experience
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan