Dental Hygienist

Monticciolo Family and Sedation Dentistry; Tarpon Springs (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A busy dental office is looking for an energetic and knowledgeable Dental Hygienist with at least one year of experience. This role involves evaluating patient oral health, performing a variety of hygiene procedures, and educating patients on maintaining oral health. With wonderful opportunities for growth, join a team focused on providing exceptional patient care.

Benefits

Competitive Wage

Monthly Bonus Potential

401k

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of recent Dental Hygiene experience.
• State-specific requirements must be met.
• Ability to manipulate instruments with efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates oral health, performs hygiene procedures, and educates patients.
• Administers anesthetic as needed and assists with office procedures.
• Maintains cleanliness and follows safety protocols.

Skills

Dexterity

Hand-eye coordination

Communication

Education

Licensed and Registered Dental Hygienist

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Busy, privately owned Dental Office, is seeking an energetic and knowledgeable Dental Hygienist . Our Company features 12 locations with huge opportunity for internal growth. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 1 year of recent Dental Hygiene experience, Dentrix experience is preferred but not required.

• Competitive Wage
• Monthly Bonus Potential
• 401k

Responsibilities:

• Evaluates the overall oral health of our patients; examines oral cavity for signs of periodontal disease, oral cancer or other lesions, and oral manifestations of systemic disease.
• Performs oral hygiene procedures in accordance with treatment plans prescribed by the Doctor; these procedures may include:
  • Prophylaxis
  • Periodontal Scaling and Root Planning
  • Debridement
  • Placement of Locally Applied Antibiotics
  • Application of Fluoride treatments
  • Application of Protective Sealants
  • Completion of in-office or Take-Home Whitening
  • Oral Cancer Screening
• Educates the patient on oral hygiene care to help the patient maintain or improve oral health.
• Administer anesthetic when needed.
• Informs Dentists of possible restorative concerns for future examination.
• Maximizes patient flow in the office by assisting with radiographs, sterilization, and office procedures.
• Consults with Doctors and Office staff to ensure patient experience levels are met and exceeded.
• Maintains a neat and orderly workplace; performs weekly and monthly required housekeeping responsibilities.
• Follows established safety and health protocols.
• Other duties as directed by supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Licensed and or Registered Dental Hygienist
• Dentrix highly preferred, Hygienist experience required.
• Ability to manipulate small instruments, supplies and equipment with efficiency, dexterity, and exceptional hand-eye coordination
• State Requirements where specified
• Physical Requirements: Mostly walking, talking, standing, and updating information in computer systems

Monticciolo Family and Sedation Dentistry, PA