Dental Hygienist

Description

We are looking for a Dental Hygienist to join our exceptional MDP Wrens team!

At our office, we pride ourselves on providing personalized patient care and attention. Unlike larger practices, where patients may feel like just another number, we take the time to get to know our patients and develop long-term relationships with them. This allows us to provide tailored care that meets their unique needs and preferences.

In addition, our collaborative and supportive work environment fosters a sense of teamwork and camaraderie among our team. We believe that by working together, we can provide the best possible care for our patients and help each other grow and develop professionally.

We are committed to offering our team a competitive compensation package, including benefits and several other perks.:

• Paid Holidays and PTO
• 401k
• Health and Vision Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance: Long & Short- Term Disability Coverage, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance
• Employer paid: Dental, Life Insurance, Care.com membership, & Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Scrub Allowance
• Development and Growth Opportunities
• Continuing Education Allowance

Position Summary:

The Registered Dental Hygienist provides ongoing preventive oral care through cleaning, scaling and polishing teeth to prevent gum disease.

Requirements

Requirements

Your contribution to the team includes:

• Perform clinical hygiene functions including, but not limited to: exposing/evaluating x-rays, oral cancer screening, prophylaxis, non-surgical periodontal therapy, fluoride treatment
• Educates patients on the importance of preventive care, the disease process and the role of bacteria; provides appropriate educational literature and instruction on home care
• Maintain accurate, complete digital documentation
• Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, BLS, and Infection Control Training
• Sterilizes dental instruments
• Other related duties as assigned

Requirements

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Professional and friendly with great chair side manner
• Outstanding communication skills

Education/ Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Associate Degree in Dental Hygiene
• Experience preferred

Special Requirements/ Certifications/ Licenses

• Registered Dental Hygienist License
• Licenses required for this position must be kept current, valid, and in good standing with the presiding entity