Dental Hygienist

Heartland Dental LLC; Kenner (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plans

Paid time off (PTO)

Continuing education

1:1 hygiene mentorship support

Job summary

Heartland Dental LLC is seeking a Dental Hygienist for Fridays from 8 am to 1 pm. This role is crucial for patient care, where you'll be recognized as an elite clinical provider. You will play a vital role in giving patients the time and care they need.

The ideal candidate will have a current dental hygienist license in Louisiana, strong knowledge of dental procedures, and a desire to continue learning. Competitive benefits include health insurance, PTO, and mentorship opportunities.

Qualifications

• Current dental hygienist license in Louisiana and an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene.
• Excellent knowledge of dental hygiene procedures.
• CPR Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care as a key member of the clinical team.
• Educate patients on dental hygiene and preventative care.

Skills

Knowledge of dental hygiene procedures

CPR Certification

Clinical skills in patient care

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene

Current dental hygienist license in Louisiana

Tools

Velscope

Diagnodent

Digital scanner

Electronic medical record systems

Digital x-rays

Job description

Dental Hygienist

Dr. James Crouch is looking for a Friday ONLY Dental Hygienist to join our team.

Hours: Friday 8-1pm

As a Dental Hygienist, you’ll be recognized as an elite clinical provider and patient advocate, integral to the patient care team, giving your patients the time and care they need, deserve and desire.

What You’ll Gain

• Competitive benefits including health insurance and retirement savings plans, six paid holidays and PTO (paid time off)
• Continuing education to develop your full potential and enhance your clinical skills to provide education and care to your patients.
• Access to an expansive network of mentors with 1:1 hygiene mentorship support and networking opportunities available at your fingertips.
• Unparalleled business support and the highest quality supplies and labs to deliver exceptional patient care.
• Opportunity to be part of a secure company with 20+ years of industry leading experience that provides a stable career with unlimited growth potential.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current dental hygienist license in Louisiana and an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene (where required)
• Excellent working knowledge of dentistry, dental hygiene procedures, dental patient screening and medical history documentation
• CPR Certification

Preferred Experience

• 1 year of clinical experience, preferred
• Experience using Velscope, Diagnodent, digital scanner, digital x-rays and electronic medical record systems
• Desire to continue learning and grow clinical skills to meet patient needs and provide preventative care and overall maintenance of patients’ dental health
• Clinical needs as required by office

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform essential duties as deemed necessary by the Office/Doctor/Heartland Dental with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Prolonged periods sitting and standing
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds at times
• Availability to attend virtual training sessions (or in-person) periodically throughout the year
• As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for both team members and patients, a tuberculosis (TB) test is required for all new hires in dental office positions. This is a standard requirement for dental office roles and must be completed prior to starting employment. The test will be arranged during the pre-employment process, and any necessary guidance or paperwork will be provided. Not applicable in the state of FL & TN.

At Heartland Dental, we’re committed to living our core values which promote diversity and inclusion. We provide all employees and applicants for employment the protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment.