Dental Hygienist- Part Time

Norwalkdentalassociates

Stratford (CT)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Employee discount

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

Norwalkdentalassociates in Stratford, Connecticut, is seeking a full-time Dental Hygienist to provide quality care in a comfortable environment. The ideal candidate must hold an Associate’s degree in dental hygiene and a valid RDH license in Connecticut.

Responsibilities include performing hygiene services, educating patients, and documenting care. Benefits include health insurance, paid time off, and a retirement plan. Recent graduates are welcome to apply!

Qualifications

Possess a valid Connecticut dental hygiene license.
Available to work within current office hours.

Responsibilities

Perform dental hygiene services including prophylaxis and scaling.
Complete oral cancer screening and examine gums.
Provide oral hygiene instructions and document services.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to follow outlined policies and guidelines

Professional and positive attitude

Education

Associate’s degree from an accredited dental hygiene program

Valid license to practice in Connecticut (Registered Dental Hygienist, RDH)

Tools

Dentrix Ascend software

Job description

Description

At Modern Dental Care, an office within Dental Associates of Connecticut, our mission is to provide quality dental and personal care to all our patients in a relaxed and comfortable environment in which patients feel welcomed, accepted, secure, and confident in the care that they are receiving. We believe that satisfying all of our patients' needs is our most important goal. We employ dentists in the specialties of general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, endodontics, periodontics, oral surgery and prosthodontics. Our network of high-standard professionals provides exceptional care to our patients throughout Connecticut!

Currently, we are looking for a full-time Dental Hygienist to join our family. Candidate should have a strong work-ethic and be a team player. Recent graduates are welcomed!

Specific job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Perform dental hygiene services and procedures, including dental prophylaxis, scaling and root planing, application of fluoride and sealants
Detect disease by completing oral cancer screening; feeling and visually examining gums, using probes to locate periodontal disease and to assess levels of recession
Selection of materials and equipment for dental hygiene visit by evaluating patient’s oral health
Educate patients by giving oral hygiene and plaque control instructions and postoperative instructions
Document dental hygiene services by recording vital signs, medical and dental histories, and charting in patient charts
Sterilization of equipment
Take x-rays as necessary and as recommended by the ADA

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan

Requirements

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proven ability to follow outlined policies and guidelines
Possess a professional and positive attitude
Associate’s degree from an accredited dental hygiene program
Valid license to practice in Connecticut (Registered Dental Hygienist, RDH)
Available to work within current office hours, specific shifts to be determined:

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