Dental Hygienist

Hero Practice Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a passionate Dental Hygienist to join their team in Washington D.C. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children by providing essential oral hygiene and preventive services. You'll work in a state-of-the-art facility, enjoy a competitive compensation package, and have access to professional growth opportunities. If you're dedicated to improving children's health and well-being, this position is perfect for you. Join a team that truly values your contributions and be a part of a mission that changes lives in underserved communities.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation package

Full benefits package including 401K

Professional Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• Prior experience in pediatric dentistry is essential.
• Must have state certification or license as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide oral health education and counseling for dental patients.
• Support clinical aspects to meet patient needs effectively.
• Maintain and sterilize instruments for dental hygiene treatment.

Skills

Pediatric Dentistry Experience

Oral Health Education

Patient Counseling

Instrument Sterilization

Compliance with ADA/OSHA/HIPAA/CDC

Education

State Certification/License

Job description

Location: Washington D.C.

Pay Range: $55.00-$75.00 per hour

Dental Hygienist Job Profile

Overview:

Hero Practice Services is seeking a Dental Hygienist to help in the direct delivery of oral hygiene and appropriate preventive services to dental patients.

Hero Practice Services is the only practice management company focused on delivering the systems, processes, and people needed to efficiently deliver quality dental, vision, and orthodontic care to children in underserved communities. With offices across the country, we have helped over a million children, ages six months through 20 years, gain access to the care they need since 2006. Working at Hero is both a career and a calling…join us, BE A HERO!

The Opportunity

As a Dental Hygienist on the Hero Team, you will have a balanced lifestyle, a competitive compensation package and the opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art facility that offers high quality, compassionate care to children. This role has the unique opportunity to actively serve the children in our communities by improving their overall health and well-being.

We offer:

• Competitive Compensation package
• Full benefits package including 401K
• The opportunity to work in a practice that changes the lives of children in an underserved community.
• Professional Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities:

• Provide oral health education and appropriate individual counseling for all dental patients
• Support all clinical aspects to meet the needs of the patient and keep the hygiene flow moving effectively. This may include, but is not limited to taking x-rays, charting, chair turnover, etc.
• Maintain instrumentation for dental hygiene treatment by selecting, sterilizing, and sharpening instruments

Qualifications:

• Prior pediatric dentistry experience
• State Certification/License (where applicable)
• Understand State and ADA/OSHA/HIPAA/CDC compliance requirements
• Administration of Local Anesthetic (where applicable)