Dental Hygienist

Cross Country Search; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 66,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Dental Hygienist in St. Louis, MO, where you'll play a vital role in improving the community's oral health. You'll assess and educate patients on oral care, perform essential assessments and cleanings, and enjoy comprehensive employee benefits, all while enjoying a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Qualifications

• Must have a license and education in Dental Hygiene.
• 1-4 years of experience in a professional environment required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient's oral condition and provide necessary evaluations.
• Conduct dental health promotional programs and screenings.
• Provide detailed oral health care instructions.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Oral Health Education

Patient Contact

Education

Certificate or Bachelor's Degree in Dental Hygiene

Current license issued by the State of Missouri

Job description

DENTAL HYGIENIST

Join our staff of talented and dedicated individuals who serve in four of our service site areas in ST. LOUIS, MO working to assist patients with making positive health changes every day.
The Dental Hygienist is committed to serving through strong team leadership the improvement of the oral health and habits of our community.

SCHEDULE: Clinic hours are Monday - Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

SALARY RANGE: $66,100 - $75,000 (Dental Hygienist I - less than 7 years of experience) and $69,300 - $78,100 (Dental Hygienist II - more than 7 years of experience)

DO YOU HAVE STUDENT LOANS? This site is eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness!!!

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:
Must have either a certificate or Bachelor's Degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited school of Dental Hygiene
Must have a current license issued by the State of Missouri

Experience:
1-4 yrs experience in a professional environment with direct patient contact required

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assess patient's present oral condition, provide oral cancer screen and periodontal assessment.
Scale and polish teeth. Provide periodontal evaluation and deep cleaning if required.
Provide caries risk assessment and determine patient's health risk behaviors including tobacco usage and alcohol consumption.
Provide detailed oral health care instructions to include appropriate age education and behavior counseling.
Conduct dental health promotional programs, disease screenings, distribute appropriate health promotion literature

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Basic Life Insurance
Voluntary Term Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Dependents
Long Term & Short-term Disability Insurance
Whole Life Permanent Insurance
403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
11 PAID Holidays

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