Dental Hygienist - Flexible 3-Day Week & Community Care

Mint Dental Care; Centerton (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Mint Dental Care in Centerton, Arkansas, is seeking a Dental Hygienist to join our team. You will interact with patients, assess oral health, and collaborate with dentists to determine appropriate treatments while maintaining meticulous patient records.

The ideal candidate holds an Arkansas Dental Hygiene License, CPR certification, and HIPAA knowledge, with laser certification being a plus. Position is 3 days per week, on-site, with a collaborative, caring office culture.

Qualifications

• Must hold an Arkansas Dental Hygiene license.
• CPR certification current.
• HIPAA regulations and safety guidelines knowledge.
• Laser certification preferred (will be provided if not currently certified).

Responsibilities

• Talk to patients and ensure they feel comfortable.
• Assess signs of gingivitis or periodontitis.
• Notate and inform the dentist of suspicious areas on x-rays or intraorally.
• Remove plaque and calculus.
• Apply fluoride varnish, silver diamine fluoride, and sealants.
• Explain good oral hygiene techniques to patients of all ages.
• Provide post-operative health education to patients.
• Take diagnosable x-ray images of patients’ teeth.
• Work with dentists to decide best treatment for dental disease.
• Keep detailed records of each patient’s visit and health history.
• Be a team player in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Active Arkansas Dental Hygiene License

HIPAA compliance

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor's degree in dental hygiene

Tools

CPR Certification

Laser certification

Job description

Mint Dental Care in Centerton, Arkansas, is seeking a Dental Hygienist to join our team. You will interact with patients, assess oral health, and collaborate with dentists to determine appropriate treatments while maintaining meticulous patient records.

The ideal candidate holds an Arkansas Dental Hygiene License, CPR certification, and HIPAA knowledge, with laser certification being a plus. Position is 3 days per week, on-site, with a collaborative, caring office culture.