Dental Hygienist
Company: Gentle Dental
Location: Sandy
Posted on: October 11, 2024
Job Description:
Gentle Dental is seeking an enthusiastic and outgoing Dental
Hygienist to join our vibrant dental practice. The ideal candidate
is a personable professional who is passionate about dental health
and enjoys building strong relationships with patients. The role
involves performing dental hygiene procedures, educating patients
on best oral hygiene practices and products, and practicing
proactively. Responsibilities Include:
- Patient Care: Conduct thorough hygiene procedures to include:
scaling and root planing, gingivitis scaling, and prophylaxis.
- Assessment: Perform comprehensive periodontal charts, medical
history assessments, and caries risk assessments.
- Patient Education: Educate patients on hygiene treatments
needed based on medical and periodontal assessments.
- X-Rays: Take digital radiographs as necessary for patient
diagnosis.
- Treatment Planning: Assist in developing personalized AAP and
ADA based treatment plans per patient need, based on assessments
and dentist recommendations.
- Collaboration: Work closely with dentists and other dental
professionals to ensure coordinated patient care.
- Patient Interaction: Engage patients in a friendly, reassuring
manner, while addressing any concerns or questions they may
have.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate patient records and
documentation of treatment plans and completed procedures.
- Infection Control: Adhere strictly to infection control
protocols and maintain a clean and sterile working environment.
Pay
- Hourly rate between $55 - $65 per hour ($115,000 - $135,000
annually)
- Additional bonuses based on a percentage of production
Schedule: This is a part time position with a flexible schedule.
Full time candidates are also encouraged to apply and will be
considered for full and part time openings Location: Gentle Dental
Sandy 36775 Hwy 26 Sandy, OR 97055 Requirements: Education: Degree
or certification in Dental Hygiene from an accredited
institution.License: Valid state dental hygiene license.Other
licenses/certifications: CPR, Local Anesthesia, Nitrous Oxide
Sedation, Laser Certification (where required). Benefits:
- Employee Assistance Program
- Medical and pharmacy, dental, vision (for full time employees
and their families)
- Basic life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
- 6 Paid holidays and 2 Paid floating holiday
- PTO (80 hours per year for hourly)
- 401k plan and deferred compensation plan
- Referral Bonuses ($600-$2,500 depending on role)
- Positive and supportive work environment
- Direct contribution to improving patients' oral health and
overall well-being Apply today!
Keywords: Gentle Dental, Gresham , Dental Hygienist, Healthcare , Sandy, Oregon
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