Dental Hygienist

Ascension Healthcare; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Dental Hygienist to join their Smart Smiles department. This role involves providing essential dental hygiene services to promote oral health and prevent diseases, all while working under the supervision of a dentist. You will engage with patients, perform diagnostic procedures, and maintain a clean and organized work environment. This part-time position offers you the chance to make a significant impact on community health while enjoying a flexible schedule and a variety of benefits. Join a compassionate team committed to delivering personalized care and enhancing the lives of those in the community.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance Options

Retirement Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Programs

Parental Leave

Community Engagement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed Dental Hygienist in Wisconsin.
• Experience in dental hygiene procedures and patient education.

Responsibilities

• Perform dental hygiene procedures and diagnostic radiographs.
• Maintain cleanliness of examination areas and medical supplies.

Skills

Dental Hygiene

Patient Care

Nutrition Counseling

Radiography

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree/Technical Degree

Tools

Dental Equipment

Radiographic Equipment

Job description

**Details**

+ **Department:** Smart Smiles

+ **Schedule:** Part Time, Days - must be able to travel within the Greater Milwaukee Area Schools

+ **Hospital:** 2320 N Lake Drive

+ **Location:** Milwaukee Area

**Benefits**

Paid time off (PTO)

Various health insurance options & wellness plans

Retirement benefits including employer match plans

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Ways to give back to your community

_Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer._

**Responsibilities**

Under the supervision of a dentist, perform services that help individuals maintain oral health; prevent oral diseases and provide counsel on preventive measures such as nutrition, oral hygiene, dental health and overall health.

+ Perform dental hygiene procedures.

+ Perform diagnostic radiographs.

+ Obtain alginate impressions for diagnostic and/or intra-oral appliances.

+ Perform administrative or clerical duties as assigned, including filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration.

+ Maintain equipment and medical supplies in clean working order.

+ Maintain examination areas in a clean, adequately stocked, and organized condition.

**Requirements**

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

+ BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

+ Dental Hygienist credentialed from the Wisconsin Dentistry Examining Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education:

+ High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

**Additional Preferences**

Must have valid Drivers License

**Why Join Our Team**

Ascension Wisconsin has been providing rewarding careers to healthcare professionals since 1848. Operating 17 hospital campuses and over 100 related healthcare facilities from Racine to Appleton, you will find opportunities that allow you to create a career path you love, all while delivering compassionate, personalized care to the communities we serve.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

**Equal Employment Opportunity Employer**

Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_10\_20.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRightsSp\_10\_20.pdf) poster.

As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.

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Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.

**This Ministry does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.**