Dental Hygienist

ANKENY SMILES LLC; Iowa; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Careers Advancement Opportunities

Flexible Scheduling

Competitive Compensation with hiring-b

Job summary

ANKENY SMILES LLC in Ankeny, IA is seeking a qualified Registered Dental Hygienist to join our team. You will screen patients, perform cleanings, and assist dentists during exams and procedures, delivering top-notch care in a welcoming environment.

If you’re friendly, meticulous, and committed to creating a fantastic dental experience, we want to hear from you. This on-site role offers flexible scheduling and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Dental Hygiene from a CODA-accredited program.
• Current Dental Hygienist licensure.
• 1–2 years of dental hygiene experience recommended.
• Strong knowledge of HIPAA and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients and ensure comfort in the treatment area.
• Discuss treatment plans and answer questions.
• Prepare sterile equipment for exams and procedures.
• Take vital signs and record medical histories.
• Perform dental cleanings and assist dentists during exams.
• Expose x-rays and create dental impressions.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

HIPAA compliance

Education

Associate’s Degree in Dental Hygiene

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits/Perks

• Careers Advancement Opportunities
• Flexible Scheduling...you pick your days and times work/life balance is important
• Competitive Compensation...depending on experience a hiring bonus will be considered

Job Summary

We are seeking a qualified and caring Registered Dental Hygienist to join our team! As a Registered Dental Hygienist, you will provide top-notch dental care that makes our clients feel like family. You will screen patients, perform dental cleanings, and assist the dentists with exams and procedures. If you’re friendly, outgoing, and committed to creating a fantastic dental experience, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients into the treatment area and make them feel comfortable
• Discuss the dental care plan with patients and answer any questions they have
• Prep sterilized equipment and make it available to the dentist for exams and procedures
• Take vital signs and accurately record medical histories
• Perform preliminary screenings and collect oral health histories
• Evaluate patients for signs of oral disease, and infection
• Remove plaque, calculous, and apply fluoride treatments
• Teach good oral hygiene techniques
• Create dental impressions
• Expose x-rays
• Assist dentist during exams
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations and office policies

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree from a school certified by the Commission on Dental Accreditation
• Current Dental Hygienist licensure
• At least 1-2 years of experience in dental hygiene
• Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations and all dentistry safety guidelines
• Excellent communication and customer service skills