Dental Hygienist

Archway Dental Partners; Windsor Locks (CT); On-site; USD 62,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Employee discount

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

All Smiles of Connecticut, an office within Archway Dental Partners, is seeking a full-time Dental Hygienist to join our team. We value a collaborative, patient-centered environment where quality care is delivered with warmth and professionalism.

Qualified candidates hold a CT RDH license, an associate degree in dental hygiene, and excellent communication skills. The schedule aligns with current office hours, and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in dental hygiene from an accredited program.
• CT RDH license required to practice in Connecticut.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Flexible hours availability to match office hours.

Responsibilities

• Perform dental hygiene services: prophylaxis, scaling/root planning, fluoride and sealants.
• Screen for oral disease; assess gums and periodontal status.
• Select materials for hygiene visits based on patient needs and health.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and postoperative care.
• Document hygiene services and medical/dental histories in charts.
• Sterilize equipment.
• Take X-rays as recommended by the ADA.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Professional attitude

Education

Associate’s degree in dental hygiene

CT RDH license

Tools

Dentrix Ascend

Job description

Full-time Description

At All Smiles of Connecticut, an office within Archway Dental Partners, our mission is to provide quality dental and personal care to all our patients in a relaxed and comfortable environment in which patients feel welcomed, accepted, secure, and confident in the care that they are receiving. We believe that satisfying all of our patients' needs is our most important goal. We employ dentists in the specialties of general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, endodontics, periodontics, oral surgery and prosthodontics. Our network of high-standard professionals provides exceptional care to our patients throughout Connecticut!

Currently, we are looking for a full-time Dental Hygienist to join our family. Candidate should have a strong work-ethic and be a team player. Recent graduates are welcomed!

Specific Job Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• Perform dental hygiene services and procedures, including dental prophylaxis, scaling and root planning, application of fluoride and sealants
• Detect disease by completing oral cancer screening; feeling and visually examining gums, using probes to locate periodontal disease and to assess levels of recession
• Selection of materials and equipment for dental hygiene visit by evaluating patient’s oral health
• Educate patients by giving oral hygiene and plaque control instructions and postoperative instructions
• Document dental hygiene services by recording vital signs, medical and dental histories, and charting in patient charts
• Sterilization of equipment
• Take x-rays as necessary and as recommended by the ADA

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Requirements

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to follow outlined policies and guidelines
• Possess a professional and positive attitude
• Associate’s degree from an accredited dental hygiene program
• Valid license to practice in Connecticut (Registered Dental Hygienist, RDH)
• Available to work within current office hours, specific shifts to be determined:

Available To Work The Following Hours

• Monday - 8AM - 5PM
• Tuesday - 8AM - 5PM
• Wednesday - 9AM - 6PM
• Thursday - 9AM - 6PM

Preferred Qualities

• Dental office experience
• Dentrix Ascend software experience

Salary Description $45-52/hour