Dental Hygienist

Positions in our Dental Offices; Puyallup (WA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly bonus

Continuing Education

Paid Life Insurance

Paid Malpractice

Pre-tax Savings Plan

401K with company match

Medical Insurance

PTO Accrual

Supportive work environment

Positive impact on patient health

Job summary

InterDent is seeking a Dental Hygienist to join our Washington state dental practice. You will perform hygiene procedures, educate patients, take digital radiographs, and develop treatment plans in collaboration with dentists. Enjoy a competitive hourly rate with uncapped bonus potential and a full benefits package.

We value patient-focused care, strict infection control, and proactive patient education. This role offers opportunities for continuing education, paid time off, and a supportive

Qualifications

• Education: Degree or certification in Dental Hygiene from an accredited institution.
• Licenses/certifications: CPR, Local Anesthesia, Nitrous Oxide Sedation, Laser Certification (where required).

Responsibilities

• Patient Care: Conduct thorough hygiene procedures incl. scaling, root planing, gingivitis scaling, and prophylaxis.
• Assessment: Perform comprehensive periodontal and caries risk assessments.
• Patient Education: Educate patients on hygiene treatments based on assessments.
• X-Rays: Take digital radiographs as needed for diagnosis.
• Treatment Planning: Develop personalized treatment plans per patient need.
• Collaboration: Work with dentists and other dental professionals for coordinated care.
• Patient Interaction: Engage patients in a friendly, reassuring manner.
• Documentation: Maintain patient records and treatment plans.
• Infection Control: Strictly follow infection control protocols and keep a sterile workplace.

Skills

Dental hygiene

Patient care

X-Rays

Infection control

Communication

Education

Dental Hygiene degree/certification

Tools

Digital radiographs

CPR

Nitrous oxide sedation

Laser certification

Job description

Description

Competitive hourly base pay up to $75 per hour with uncapped bonus potential.

Total compensation includes base pay, uncapped bonus, medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, 401k with company match, and additional pre-tax savings plan.

Location

We are seeking an enthusiastic and outgoing Dental Hygienist to join our dental practice. The ideal candidate is a personable professional who is passionate about dental health and enjoys building strong relationships with patients. This role involves performing dental hygiene procedures, educating patients on best oral hygiene practices and products, and practicing proactively.

Responsibilities Include

Patient Care: Conduct thorough hygiene procedures to include: scaling and root planing, gingivitis scaling, and prophylaxis.

Assessment: Perform comprehensive periodontal assessments, medical history assessments, and caries risk assessments.

Patient Education: Educate patients on hygiene treatments needed based on medical and periodontal assessments.

X-Rays: Take digital radiographs as necessary for patient diagnosis.

Treatment Planning: Assist in developing personalized AAP and ADA based treatment plans per patient need, based on assessments and dentist recommendations.

Collaboration: Work closely with dentists and other dental professionals to ensure coordinated patient care.

Patient Interaction: Engage patients in a friendly, reassuring manner, while addressing any concerns or questions they may have.

Documentation: Maintain accurate patient records and documentation of treatment plans and completed procedures.

Infection Control: Adhere strictly to infection control protocols and maintain a clean and sterile working environment.

Requirements

Education: Degree or certification in Dental Hygiene from an accredited institution.

Other licenses/certifications: CPR, Local Anesthesia, Nitrous Oxide Sedation, Laser Certification (where required).

• Opportunity for monthly bonus compensation
• Continuing Education
• Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Malpractice
• Pre-tax Savings Plan
• 401K with company match
• Medical Insurance
• PTO Accrual
• Positive and supportive work environment
• Direct contribution to improving patients' oral health and overall well-being

To comply with Washington State’s pay transparency laws (RCW 49.58.110), this job posting includes a designated email address for the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries to send any notices of noncompliance: [e-mail]

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