Dental Hygienist

Litchfield Hills Family Dental Prac; Torrington (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Careers Advancement Opportunities

Flexible Scheduling

Competitive Compensation

Job summary

Litchfield Hills Family Dental Practice is seeking a qualified Registered Dental Hygienist to join our caring team. You will perform cleanings, screen patients, and assist dentists with exams and procedures while upholding the highest standards of patient comfort and safety.

Ideal candidates are state-licensed RDH with 2+ years of experience, strong communication skills, and a friendly, team-oriented approach to delivering excellent dental care.

Qualifications

• State-licensed Registered Dental Hygienist
• 2+ years of dental hygiene experience
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and safety guidelines
• Excellent communication and customer service skills

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients into the treatment area and make them comfortable
• Discuss the dental care plan with patients and answer questions
• Prep sterilized equipment for exams and procedures
• Take vital signs and record medical histories
• Perform preliminary exams and collect oral health histories
• Evaluate for gum disease, cavities, and infection
• Remove plaque, calculus and apply fluoride treatments
• Teach good oral hygiene techniques
• Take intraoral scans/ITERO and x-rays
• Adhere to health and safety regulations and office policies
• Proficient in Dentrix software

Skills

HIPAA compliance

Excellent communication

Customer service

Education

CODA-accredited program

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Training & development

Benefits/Perks

• Careers Advancement Opportunities
• Flexible Scheduling
• Competitive Compensation

Job Summary

We are seeking a qualified and caring Registered Dental Hygienist to join our team! As a Registered Dental Hygienist, you will provide top-notch dental care that makes our patients feel like family. You will screen patients, perform dental cleanings, and assist the dentists with exams and procedures. The ideal candidate is state-licensed as a Registered Dental Hygienist and has at least two years of experience. If you're friendly, outgoing, and committed to creating a fantastic dental experience, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients into the treatment area and make them feel comfortable
• Discuss the dental care plan with patients and answer any questions they have
• Prep sterilized equipment and make it available to the dentist for exams and procedures
• Take vital signs and accurately record medical histories
• Perform preliminary exams and collect oral health histories
• Evaluate patients for signs of gum disease, cavities, and infection
• Remove plaque, calculus and apply fluoride treatments
• Teach good oral hygiene techniques
• Take intraoral scans/ITERO
• Take x-rays
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations and office policies
• Be able to do Scaling and Root Planning and Sealants
• Be proficient in Dentrix software

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree from a school certified by the Commission on Dental Accreditation,
• Current Dental Hygienist licensure
• At least 1-2 years of experience in dental hygiene
• Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations and all dentistry safety guidelines
• Excellent communication and customer service skills