Dental Hygienist

PepperPointe Partnerships; London (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Laurel Dental Care, a respected dental practice in London, KY, is looking for a dedicated Dental Hygienist to join their team. The position offers full-time hours, competitive pay starting at $32 per hour, along with benefits such as medical coverage and paid time off. The ideal candidate will possess strong customer service skills, a solid understanding of dental hygiene, and a state license.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO) and sick leave

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

401k retirement plan

Qualifications

• Associate degree or completion of a recognized vocational program in dental hygiene.
• State license required.

Responsibilities

• Cleans teeth and examines gums for disease.
• Applies cavity-preventing agents and exposes dental x-rays.
• Maintains dental equipment and provides health education.

Skills

Knowledge of dentistry principles

Customer service

Education

Associate degree in dental hygiene

Job description

The Opportunity

Laurel Dental Care, a reputable dental practice in London, KY, is seeking a dedicated and personable Dental Hygienist to join our team.

Position Details:

• Full-Time:Monday to Thursday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, and Friday, 8:30 am to 1:00 pm (No weekends!)
• Starting Wage: $32.00 plus per hour (based on experience)
• Benefits:
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and sick leave
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • 401k retirement plan

If you are a motivated individual who enjoys working with people and thrives in a dynamic dental practice, with excellent communication skills and a passion for patient care, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join our team at Laurel Dental Care and contribute to exceptional patient experiences!

A Day In The Life Of

• Cleans calcareous deposits, accretions, and stains from teeth and beneath margins of gums using dental instruments.
• Examines gums for disease and lymph nodes for oral cancer.
• Applies fluorides or other cavity-preventing agents to arrest dental decay.
• Exposes and develops x-ray film
• Records and reviews patient medical histories. Charts conditions of decay and disease for diagnosis and treatment by dentist.
• Maintains dental equipment and sharpens and sterilized dental instruments.
• Provides clinical services or health education to improve and maintain the oral health of patients or the general public.

What You'll Bring To The Table

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of general principles of dentistry and advanced knowledge of dental hygiene.
• Strong customer service skills.

Education and Experience:

• Associate degree or the successful completion of a recognized vocational program in dental hygiene.
• State license required.

We kindly request you not contact our office. If you are selected to move forward in the hiring process, a member of the recruiting team will be in touch.