Dental Hygienist

Provident Behavioral Health; Fenton (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonuses

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Continuing education

Mentorship

Career growth

Supportive team

Job summary

Provident Behavioral Health is seeking a Dental Hygienist to provide preventive dental care and patient education within a supportive practice environment in Missouri. The role includes conducting 60-minute recare and 90-minute new patient appointments and using digital x-rays, Velscope, and digital scanners.

You will collaborate with the dental team to deliver outstanding patient care, maintain accurate histories, and uphold safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Missouri dental hygiene license required.
• Knowledge of dental procedures, patient screening, and documentation.
• CPR certification required.
• Experience with digital tools: digital x-rays, Velscope, Diagnodent, and electronic health records preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough patient screenings and dental hygiene procedures, including 60-minute recare and 90-minute new patient appointments.
• Utilize dental technology such as digital x-rays, Velscope, and digital scanners.
• Collaborate with the dental team to deliver exceptional patient care and education.
• Maintain accurate medical and dental histories and ensure compliance with safety protocols.

Skills

CPR certification

Education

Missouri dental hygiene license

Tools

Digital x-rays

Velscope

Diagnodent

Electronic health records

Job description

Role Overview: The Dental Hygienist provides preventive dental care, patient education, and maintains high-quality clinical procedures in a supportive practice environment.

Responsibilities Include

• Performing thorough patient screenings and dental hygiene procedures, including 60-minute recare and 90-minute new patient appointments.
• Utilizing dental technology such as digital x-rays, Velscope, and digital scanners.
• Collaborating with the dental team to deliver exceptional patient care and education.
• Maintaining accurate medical and dental histories and ensuring compliance with safety protocols.

Qualifications & Skills

• Current dental hygiene license in Missouri and relevant educational credentials.
• Knowledge of dental procedures, patient screening, and documentation.
• CPR certification required.
• Preferred experience with digital tools, Velscope, Diagnodent, and electronic health records.

Key Attributes & Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform essential duties, including prolonged sitting and standing, lifting up to 45 pounds, and attending training sessions.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe, healthy environment, including TB testing.

Additional Benefits & Opportunities

Competitive pay, bonuses, health insurance, retirement plans, continuing education, mentorship, and career growth within a supportive, collaborative team environment.