Dental Hygienist

Ascension; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a part-time Dental Hygienist to maintain patients' oral health and deliver preventive care services under the supervision of a dentist. The role requires specific certifications and offers comprehensive benefits. Ideal candidates will possess a strong work ethic and commitment to community health.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Health insurance options

Retirement benefits with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Qualifications

• Licensure from Wisconsin Dentistry Examining Board required.
• 2 years of experience or an Associate's degree required.
• BLS Provider certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform dental hygiene procedures and health screenings.
• Maintain equipment and supplies in clean condition.
• Assist with administrative tasks like patient registration.

Skills

BLS Certification

Dental Hygiene Procedures

Diagnostic Radiographs

Patient Registration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree or Technical degree

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• Location: Milwaukee, WI and Racine area positions
  
  

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Details

• Department: Smart Smiles
• Schedule: Part Time, Days
• Hospital:Columbia St.Mary's
• Location: Milwaukee, WI and Racine area positions
  
  

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. Obtains 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. Maintains 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

Degree strongly preferred

Eligible for student loan repayment through Health Resources and Services Administration

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 provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) 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.

Pay Non-Discrimination Notice

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.

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