Dental Hygienist

DentalWorks; Evans City (PA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits - Medical, dental, and

Vision insurance

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Pet Insurance with 24/7 telehealth

401(k) program

Continuing Education Events

Employee Referral Program Bonuses

Job summary

DentalWorks in Evans City, PA is seeking an enthusiastic dental hygienist who loves building positive relationships with patients and educating them on oral hygiene. The role includes routine prophylaxis, patient education, and collaboration with the dentist to deliver high-quality care.

You will work with a supportive hygiene team, participate in growth opportunities, and benefit from a comprehensive benefits program along with an incentive plan.

Qualifications

• A degree or certificate in hygiene from an accredited program and a valid state license.
• CPR/BLS Certification.
• Ability to manage time efficiently.
• Excellent verbal skills to communicate professionally with patients and staff.
• Ability to travel between locations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide oral hygiene services including prophylaxis, scaling, root planing, polish restorations, and fluoride/sealant applications.
• Accurately chart patient dental history, periodontal Health, and update records in HIPAA-compliant manner.
• Provide assistance as directed by the dentist.
• Administer local anesthetics, if allowed by dental practice act.

Skills

Time management

Verbal communication

Travel between locations

HIPAA compliance

Education

Dental hygiene degree/certificate

Job description

Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic dental hygienist who loves building and maintaining positive relationships with patients to join our team!

Our team of dental hygienists perform a variety of preventative dental procedures as well as educate patients on oral hygiene. From routine cleanings to oral health education, you'll be instrumental in helping our patients achieve and maintain their best smiles.

In addition to technical duties, the dental hygienist will play an important role in teaching patients appropriate oral hygiene techniques and offer counseling regarding good nutrition and its impact on oral health.

We are big on teamwork, so you'll partner with the dentist(s) in your office to provide the best treatment for your patients. We believe in the value of talented people, and we aim to create an environment that engages you professionally.

We also have a dedicated dental hygiene support team for coaching and mentorship for our dental hygienists.

We offer a comprehensive benefits program, exceptional growth and career advancement opportunities, excellent compensation, plus a lucrative incentive plan.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Provide oral hygiene services including thorough and gentle prophylaxis, scaling, root planing, polish restorations, and application of cavity preventative agents such as fluorides and sealant applications
• Accurately chart a review of patient dental history and update as necessary, patient's periodontal health, record provided treatment, and handle patient records securely and in compliance with HIPAA regulations
• Provide assistance as directed by the dentist
• Administer local anesthetics, if allowed by dental practice act

Why work with us?

Here's a few reasons why dental hygienists love to work with us:

You are in

Control of your Schedule . As a dental hygienist with us, you work with the front office staff on how to best schedule your appointments. We want you to maximize your time with each patient and not feel rushed. In addition, you work with the dentist(s) and support staff in the office to build a robust recall program. We support your

Career Development & Growth

with opportunities in our company across various regions, including our corporate support team.

Expert Clinical & Operations Leadership Team focused on giving our patients the best experience.

Offices receive Corporate Support from departments including: Billing, Marketing, Call Center, Procurement, IT, Facilities, Human Resources, Legal, and more

Qualifications

• A degree or certificate in hygiene from an accredited program and a valid state license
• CPR/BLS Certification
• Ability to manage time efficiently
• Excellent verbal skills to communicate professionally with patients and staff
• Ability to travel between locations preferred

Benefits

• Health Benefits - Medical, dental, and vision insurance, HSA & FSA plans
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Pet Insurance with 24/7 telehealth line
• 401(k) program
• Company-Sponsored Continuing Education Events
• Employee Referral Program Bonuses

Western Dental Services, Inc. and all relevant affiliates (such as Brident Dental & Vital Smiles) are Equal Opportunity Employers.