Dental Hygienist

Dentistry By Design Ltd.; Tucson (AZ); Vor Ort; USD 62.000 - 76.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Paid time off

Dental insurance

Employee discount

Paid sick time

Bonus pay

Zusammenfassung

Dentistry By Design in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist for a busy practice, 3 days a week. You will perform cleanings, screenings, and support dentists during examinations. The role emphasizes excellent patient service and adherence to infection control standards.

Ideal candidates hold an associate degree in dental hygiene, active state licensure, CPR/BLS, and x-ray/local anesthesia capabilities. Competitive benefits apply, with bonus opportunities and scheduling convenience.

Qualifikationen

• Licensed dental hygienist with a verified state license.
• CPR and BLS certifications current.
• Must be able to administer local anesthesia and use x-ray equipment.

Aufgaben

• Perform initial patient screenings and dental cleanings.
• Assist dentists with examinations and procedures.
• Document patient medical history and dental findings.
• Record decay and disease for diagnostics.
• Sterilize and sharpen instruments; maintain office protocols.
• Promote preventive dental care and oral health education.
• Collaborate with dentist on treatment planning.
• Maintain patient hygiene regimen and follow-up.

Kenntnisse

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Ausbildung

Associate degree in dental hygiene

State hygiene license

Tools

Dentrix

Jobbeschreibung

Thriving dental practice seeking a passionate dental hygienist 3 days a week.

We’re looking for a Registered Dental Hygienist to join our busy office and experienced team, 3 days per week.

Benefits: paid sick leave and bonuses.

Salary: $45-$55 per hour, DOE.

In this position, you’ll complete initial patient screenings, conduct dental cleanings, and assist dentists with examinations. Our dental hygienist should have incredible customer service skills and a passion for providing excellent dental services.

Pay

• $45 - $55 per hour

Shift & Schedule

• Day shift
• No weekend shifts
• Work Hours: Monday through Thursday 8 AM - 4 PM or 9 AM -5 PM
• Weekend Work: No weekend shifts required.

Requirements

• License & Certification: Licensed dental hygienist
• Software Experience: Dentrix
• Clinical Experience: General Dentistry
• Years of Professional Experience: Experienced Dental hygienist with 1+ years of practice

Job Description

• Cleaning accretions, calcareous deposits, and stains of teeth and beneath gum borders with dental equipment
• Touching lymph nodes under patients’ chins for soreness or swelling so doctors can look for signs of mouth cancer
• Making a note of and evaluating the patient’s medical history
• Recording dental decay and disease for dentists to diagnose and treat them
• Sharpening and sterilizing dental instruments
• Working to improve patient oral health and promoting preventative dental treatment
• Collaborating with dentist for treatment
• Maintaining a patient dental hygiene regimen

Dental Hygienist Requirements

• An associate’s degree in hygiene from a recognized institution is required
• Hygiene license issued by the state.
• CPR certification is current
• Hepatitis B immunization is current
• Must be able to give local anesthetics and use an x-ray machine
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and interpersonal)
• Must be well-versed in oral hygiene and dental health topics

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Paid sick time
• Bonus pay

Jobley Bonus

• $90 (awarded to candidates hired through Jobley)

Facility Information

• Name: Dentistry By Design
• Location: 63675 E SaddleBrooke Blvd M, Tucson, Arizona
• Type: Dental clinic
• Healthcare Services: Dental office

Opening Hours

• Monday: 9:00AM–5:00PM
• Tuesday: 9:00AM–5:00PM
• Wednesday: 9:00AM–5:00PM
• Thursday: 9:00AM–5:00PM
• Friday: 9:00AM–5:00PM
• Saturday: Closed
• Sunday: Closed

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