Dental Hygienist

Randolph & Associates Family Dentistry; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 40,914 - 58,272; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

PTO and paid holidays

401(k) options

Free CE courses

Occasional team lunches and office trips

Job summary

Randolph & Associates Family Dentistry in Bloomington, IL is looking for a passionate Dental Hygienist to join their dedicated team. The position offers both full and part-time opportunities with a pay starting at $36 per hour based on experience.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance for full-time employees, PTO, 401(k) options, and free CE courses. Ideal candidates should have an Associate Degree in Dental Hygiene and at least 2 years of experience.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience as a Dental Hygienist preferred.
• Current state license required.
• Calm, reassuring, and friendly demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Perform dental hygiene services and procedures.
• Educate patients on good oral hygiene techniques.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.

Skills

Excellent verbal communication skills

Experience working with children

Basic understanding of HIPAA privacy rules

Education

Associate Degree in Dental Hygiene

Current CPR certification

Job description

Overview

Randolph & Associates Family Dentistry is seeking a Dental Hygienist to join our dedicated team of dental professionals in Bloomington, IL! We serve all demographics of the population, from preschoolers to the elderly, and we operate a busy office with high levels of traffic. In addition to preventive care appointments and scheduled procedures, we accept emergency calls. The ideal candidate will have a calm, reassuring, and friendly demeanor as well as the ability to multitask in a fast-paced atmosphere. If you're passionate about oral health and are excited about creating positive patient experiences, we hope to hear from you!

Compensation

• $36+ an hour based on experience

Schedule & Office Hours

• Open to full or part-time opportunities
• Monday through Friday
• 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Benefits and Perks

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance (FT employees)
• PTO and paid holidays (FT employees)
• 401(k) options
• Free CE courses provided by our affiliated vendors
• Occasional team lunches and office trips

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Dental Hygiene required
• Current state license required
• 2+ years' experience as a Dental Hygienist (preferred)
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Experience working with children preferred
• Basic understanding and knowledge of HIPAA privacy rules
• Current CPR certification required

Specific Duties

• Perform dental hygiene services and procedures, including dental prophylaxis, scaling, fluoride, sealants, and root planning
• Complete a thorough assessment of the patient's teeth, bone, and periodontal tissues, and document and chart any abnormalities or suspected conditions
• Customize care to meet patient's oral health
• Educate patients on good oral hygiene techniques
• Maintain patient confidentiality
• Provide all care in conjunction with accepted professional dental practices and standards
• Collect medical and dental histories from patients
• Chart dental conditions based on dentist's observations and evaluations
• Create molds of patients' teeth in preparation for dental appliances
• Sterilize dental instruments and tools
• Take X-rays of patients' teeth and develop them for dentist's use
• Provide chair-side assistance during dental procedures