Dental Hygienist

Elite Dental Partners; Henderson (KY); On-site; USD 59,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Program

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Bonus Opportunities

Referral Bonuses

401k

Career Growth

Job summary

Elite Dental Partners is seeking a Part-Time Dental Hygienist in Henderson, KY, offering a $2,500 sign-on bonus. The role is scheduled for Mondays & Thursdays with a focus on patient care and education in a welcoming environment.

The Hygienist will perform periodontal procedures, educate patients on prevention and oral-systemic health links, document periodontal findings for treatment planning, and collaborate with the dentist and team to ensure an exceptional patient experience.

Qualifications

• Dental hygiene licensure compliant with the State Dental Board with no adverse actions.
• Two or more years’ experience as a licensed Dental Hygienist preferred but not required.
• Excellent communication skills with both the team and patients.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products and working with dental software, experience with Dentrix preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform periodontal procedures in a manner that is best for the patient in accordance with all state dental board requirements.
• Educate patients on strategies to prevent, diagnose, and treat periodontal disease as well as maintaining their oral health. Discuss the links between periodontal conditions and overall systemic health
• Chart conditions of periodontal disease for collaboration with the Dentist to develop the appropriate treatment plan
• Work collaboratively with the team on scheduling, ensuring an exceptional patient experience, and maintaining the condition of the practice and equipment

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Patient education

Education

Dental hygiene licensure

Tools

Dentrix

Microsoft Office

Job description

$2,500 SIGN-ON BONUS AVAILABLE!

A team that is aligned and patient-focused creates a great environment for patients, and for you as a member of the team. This is what we strive to be and who we want to join us in providing the best care possible for patients to help our communities be healthier, feel better, and smile with confidence.

We are seeking a Part-Time Dental Hygienist that shares our passion for patient care and education, as well as creating a welcoming environment. The schedule for this position will be Mondays & Thursdays.

Responsibilities

• Perform periodontal procedures in a manner that is best for the patient in accordance with all state dental board requirements
• Educate patients on strategies to prevent, diagnose, and treat periodontal disease as well as maintaining their oral health. Discuss the links between periodontal conditions and overall systemic health
• Chart conditions of periodontal disease for collaboration with the Dentist to develop the appropriate treatment plan
• Work collaboratively with the team on scheduling, ensuring an exceptional patient experience, and maintaining the condition of the practice and equipment

Qualifications

• Dental hygiene licensure compliant with the State Dental Board with no adverse actions
• Two (2) + years’ experience as a licensed Dental Hygienist preferred but not required
• Excellent communication skills with both the team and patients
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products and working with dental software, experience with Dentrix preferred

Benefits

As a valued team member, you’ll enjoy a rewarding career with growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits for full-time Dental Hygienists include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Program
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Quarterly Bonus Opportunities and incentives on hygiene products
• Employee Referral Program Bonuses
• 401k
• Career Growth Opportunities

An equal opportunity employer and an advocate for diversity and inclusion

Hourly rate $43 — $45 USD

We take great pride in helping our communities be healthier, feel better, and smile with confidence. Daily, we are driven by our vision to provide an elite patient experience tailored to their needs to receive the best care possible.

Not only do our team members find it rewarding to help patients be healthier, but they also enjoy being part of an organization that supports their growth. Our commitment to professional development and promoting internally when appropriate allows for tremendous career opportunities.