Dental Hygienist

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Paid time off

Benefits/Perks

Job Summary
Taylor Family Dentistry is searching for a full-time or part-time State licensed Registered Dental Hygienist who wants to join a unified, compassionate, hard working, and fun loving office team. This is a solo owner/operator practice. We offer competitive pay based upon experience, paid holidays, paid vacation, 401K match up to 3%, discounted/free dental work for you and your immediate family and an amazing amount of happiness. Hours are negotiable; however, it would be ideal if the applicant is available at the least Tuesdays and Thursdays. We can accommodate anyone who is friendly, outgoing and committed to creating a fantastic dental experience. We welcome and can accommodate anyone who would like to work full-time (it would make a lot of patients on the ASAP list happy as well). If you feel we can be your match, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients into the treatment area and make them feel comfortable
• Discuss the dental care plan with patients and answer any questions they have
• Prep sterilized equipment and make it available to the dentist for exams and procedures
• Take vital signs and accurately record medical histories
• Perform preliminary exams and collect oral health histories
• Evaluate patients for signs of gum disease, cavities, and infection
• Remove plaque and apply fluoride treatments
• Teach good oral hygiene techniques
• Create dental impressions
• Take x-rays
• Assist dentist during procedures and exams
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations and office policies

Qualifications

• Associates Degree from a school certified by the Commission on Dental Accreditation, Bachelors or Masters degree preferred
• Current Dental Hygienist licensure
• Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations and all dentistry safety guidelines
• Excellent communication and customer service skills