Dental Hygienist

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Relocation bonus
• Tuition assistance
• Company parties

Benefits/Perks

• Holiday pay and Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health Reimbursement Arrangements (HRA)
• Retirements with employer match
• Continuing educating (CE) assistance
• Profit sharing bonuses available
• Higher pay consideration based on experience
• Several other benefits available including relocation assistance!

Job Summary
We are seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) with a passion to educate, promote, and treat oral care. Our office serves a diverse patient population in northeast Columbus, and offers a comfortable, family-oriented work environment where patients are not treated like numbers, and the staff is valued like family. If you are seeking a relaxed, low-pressure environment in a modern updated office, and love to make a difference in the lives of others through dentistry, then you are encouraged to apply!

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
• Perform preliminary exams and collect oral health histories
• Evaluate patients for signs of gum disease, cavities, and infection
• Perform dental hygiene services including plaque removal dental prophylaxis, fluoride, sealants, scaling and root planning
• Teach good oral hygiene techniques
• Take x-rays
• Maintain patient confidentiality
• Assist dentist during procedures and exams as needed
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations and office policies
• Provide all care in conjunction with accepted professional dental practices and standards

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of dental hygiene
• Current Dental Hygienist licensure
• At least 2-3 years of experience in dental hygiene
• Current CPR certification (re-certification provided)
• Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations and all dentistry safety guidelines
• Ability to comply with safety procedures, rules, and regulations in order to maintain a clean and safe working environment
• Excellent communication and customer service skills