Part-Time Dental Hygienist
Affinity Home Health Care Inc · Bennington, NE · 2 wk ago
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About the role
The Dental Hygienist will be a vital member of the patient care team, providing exceptional preventive and clinical dental services in a modern, state-of-the-art practice utilizing Dentrix.
Responsibilities
- Perform dental hygiene procedures, patient screenings, and medical history documentation.
- Deliver patient education and promote oral health maintenance.
- Support the clinical team with quality care and patient advocacy.
- Maintain a clean and organized clinical environment, adhering to safety standards.
- Utilize digital tools such as digital x-rays, scanners, and diagnostic devices.
Qualifications & Skills
- Current dental hygienist license in Nebraska with an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene.
- Knowledge of dental procedures, patient screening, and medical history documentation.
- CPR certification required.
- Experience with digital x-rays, digital scanners, Velscope, Diagnodent, and electronic medical records is preferred.
- Strong desire to learn and grow clinical skills, with excellent communication and patient care abilities.
Requirements
- Ability to perform essential duties, including sitting, standing, lifting up to 45 pounds, and attending training sessions.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment with or without reasonable accommodations.
- TB test completion prior to employment (excluding certain states).
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Health insurance
- Retirement plans
- Paid holidays and PTO
- Ongoing continuing education
- Mentorship programs
- Access to extensive support resources to enhance clinical practice and career growth