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Dental Hygienists play an essential role in patient education and preventative dental care while also working in partnership with our doctors. We offer a work environment which is supportive and offers the chance to learn about a variety of technologies. Team members enjoy the benefits of being surrounded by individuals who have a sincere desire to help others reach their full potential. Our Hygienists focus on building relationships with patients and having strong communication in order to deliver an exceptional patient experience. By joining our practice you will have :

Work-Life Balance :   Monday / Wednesday at our Hamburg office and Thursday / Friday at our Leestown office

Welcome Bonus :  Start strong with a $500 sign-on bonus designed to reward your commitment from day one

Time Off : Up to 3 weeks PTO  8 Paid Holidays (PTO rolls over!)

Parental Leave : Up to 3 weeks paid

401(k) Match

Health Benefits : Medical dental vision HSA & FSA earn up to $2000 / year when selecting our quality care plans

Employee Assistance Programs : Free 24 / 7 support for personal financial & legal issues

CE & Growth :  access to Spear Education  continuing education

Wellness Perks : $28 / month gyms 12K on-demand workouts when selecting our quality care plans

Pet Insurance : Flexible plans 24 / 7 telehealth for your pet

Clinical Autonomy

Collaborative environment & Modern Office Setting

Key Responsibilities :

Perform hygiene clinical procedures including oral prophylaxis periodontal maintenance scaling and root planing sealants fluoride oral cancer screenings and x-rays

Educate patients on the importance of oral hygiene as well as instructions and demonstrations of effective oral hygiene methods

Communicate with doctor where there are opportunities in patients for restorative and / or periodontal needs

Obtain and review dental history and / or records from patient (review patient health history and care slips) and ensure health history is updated for all returning patients

Qualifications :

Degree or certificate in Dental Hygiene from an accredited program and a valid state license

X-Ray / Radiology Certification where state regulations specify

Local Anesthesia / Nitrous Oxide certification where state regulations specify

Additional Information :

We provideequal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.

Working Environment & Physical Requirements

This is a clinical working environment where potential exposure to hazardous waste and blood-borne pathogens is possible. Requires prolonged periods of standing sitting leaning and bending up to 8 hours a day. Will be required to carry transport and use tools and equipment. Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.

Remote Work : No

Employment Type : Full-time

Key Skills

EMR Systems,Dentrix,Communication skills,HIPAA,Computer Skills,Infection Control Training,Chairside Assisting,Dental Office Experience,OSHA,Medical Imaging,Outside Sales,Eaglesoft

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1