Dental Hygienist

About the role

Darien Family Dental Care, an office within Dental Associates of Connecticut, seeks a full-time Dental Hygienist to join our family. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic and be a team player. Recent graduates are welcomed.

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
• Take x-rays as necessary and as recommended by the ADA

Requirements

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Prior 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: [LOCATION NAME]

Benefits

• 401(k) with matching
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retail plan

Qualifications

• Preferred: Dental office experience
• Preferred: Dentrix Ascend software experience