Dental Hygienist

Sonrava Health; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program

Exceptional growth and career advancement opportunities

Lucrative incentive plan

Job summary

Sonrava Health in Louisville, Kentucky is in search of an enthusiastic dental hygienist to join our dedicated team. You'll provide preventative dental procedures and educate patients about oral hygiene to help them maintain their best smiles.

We emphasize teamwork and ensure our dental hygienists receive mentorship from a supportive dental hygiene team. You’ll have control over your schedule, career development opportunities, and the backing of our corporate support.

Qualifications

• Valid state license required to practice as a dental hygienist.
• Ability to manage time efficiently.
• Excellent verbal skills to communicate professionally.

Responsibilities

• Provide oral hygiene services including prophylaxis, scaling, and polishing.
• Accurately chart patient dental history and maintain records in compliance with HIPAA.
• Assist as directed by the dentist and administer local anesthetics when permitted.

Skills

Time management

Verbal communication

Education

Degree or certificate in hygiene from an accredited program

CPR/BLS Certification

Job description

Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic dental hygienist who loves building and maintaining positive relationships with patients to join our team!

Our team of dental hygienists perform a variety of preventative dental procedures as well as educate patients on oral hygiene. From routine cleanings to oral health education, you'll be instrumental in helping our patients achieve and maintain their best smiles. In addition to technical duties, the dental hygienist will play an important role in teaching patients appropriate oral hygiene techniques and offer counseling regarding good nutrition and its impact on oral health.

We are big on teamwork, so you’ll partner with the dentist(s) in your office to provide the best treatment for your patients. We believe in the value of talented people, and we aim to create an environment that engages you professionally. We also have a dedicated dental hygiene support team for coaching and mentorship for our dental hygienists.

We offer a comprehensive benefits program, exceptional growth and career advancement opportunities, excellent compensation, plus a lucrative incentive plan.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Provide oral hygiene services including thorough and gentle prophylaxis, scaling, root planing, polish restorations, and application of cavity preventative agents such as fluorides and sealant applications
• Accurately chart a review of patient dental history and update as necessary, patient's periodontal health, record provided treatment, and handle patient records securely and in compliance with HIPAA regulations
• Provide assistance as directed by the dentist
• Administer local anesthetics, if allowed by dental practice act

Here's a few reasons why dental hygienists love to work with us:

• You are in Control of your Schedule. As a dental hygienist with us, you work with the front office staff on how to best schedule your appointments. We want you to maximize your time with each patient and not feel rushed. In addition, you work with the dentist(s) and support staff in the office to build a robust recall program.
• We support your Career Development & Growth with opportunities in our company across various regions, including our corporate support team.
• We are an established organization with an Expert Clinical & Operations Leadership Team focused on giving our patients the best experience.
• Offices receive Corporate Support from departments including: Billing, Marketing, Call Center, Procurement, IT, Facilities, Human Resources, Legal, and more

Qualifications

Qualifications

• A degree or certificate in hygiene from an accredited program and a valid state license
• CPR/BLS Certification
• Ability to manage time efficiently
• Excellent verbal skills to communicate professionally with patients and staff
• Ability to travel between locations preferred