Dental Hygienist

Norwalkdentalassociates; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

A dental care provider in Connecticut is seeking a full-time Dental Hygienist to perform essential hygiene services and provide patient education. Ideal candidates will possess an Associate's degree in dental hygiene and a valid RDH license in Connecticut. Responsibilities include performing dental prophylaxis, conducting oral cancer screenings, and sterilizing equipment. The role offers various benefits, including health insurance and paid time off. The work environment is a supportive practice focused on quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to follow outlined policies and guidelines.
• Dependable and strong work-ethic.
• Available to work within current office hours, specific shifts to be determined.

Responsibilities

• Perform dental hygiene services and procedures, including dental prophylaxis, scaling, and root planing.
• Detect disease by completing oral cancer screening and examining gums.
• Educate patients by giving oral hygiene and plaque control instructions.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Professional attitude

Education

Associate’s degree from an accredited dental hygiene program

Valid license to practice in Connecticut (Registered Dental Hygienist, RDH)

Tools

Dentrix Ascend software

Job description

Description

At [LOCATION NAME], an office within Dental Associates of Connecticut, our mission is to provide quality dental and personal care to all our patients in a relaxed and comfortable environment in which patients feel welcomed, accepted, secure, and confident in the care that they are receiving. We believe that satisfying all of our patients' needs is our most important goal. We employ dentists in the specialties of general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, endodontics, periodontics, oral surgery and prosthodontics. Our network of high-standard professionals provides exceptional care to our patients throughout Connecticut!

Currently, we are looking for a full-time Dental Hygienist to join our family. Candidate should have a strong work-ethic and be a team player. Recent graduates are welcomed!

Specific job responsibilities

• Perform dental hygiene services and procedures, including dental prophylaxis, scaling and root planing, application of fluoride and sealants
• Detect disease by completing oral cancer screening; feeling and visually examining gums, using probes to locate periodontal disease and to assess levels of recession
• Selection of materials and equipment for dental hygiene visit by evaluating patient’s oral health
• Educate patients by giving oral hygiene and plaque control instructions and postoperative instructions
• Document dental hygiene services by recording vital signs, medical and dental histories, and charting in patient charts
• Sterilization of equipment
• Take x-rays as necessary and as recommended by the ADA

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Requirements

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to follow outlined policies and guidelines
• Possess a professional and positive attitude
• Associate’s degree from an accredited dental hygiene program
• Valid license to practice in Connecticut (Registered Dental Hygienist, RDH)
• Available to work within current office hours, specific shifts to be determined:

[LOCATION NAME] Location Hours

• Monday - 8:00AM-5:00PM
• Tuesday - 8:00AM-5:00PM
• Wednesday - 8:00AM-5:00PM
• Friday -8:00AM-5:00PM

Preferred Qualities

• Dental office experience
• Dentrix Ascend software experience