Dental Hygienist for Mondays

82nd Drive Dental; Woodburn (OR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

82nd Drive Dental in Woodburn, Oregon is seeking a qualified and caring Registered Dental Hygienist to join our team. You will perform dental cleanings, screen patients, and assist dentists with exams and procedures.

The ideal candidate is state-licensed as an RDH with at least 2 years of experience, comfortable with SRP, nitrous oxide, anesthetic, cavitron use, and dental loupes.

We offer benefits such as 401(k), health insurance, paid time off, and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• Current Dental Hygienist licensure
• At least 2 years of experience in dental hygiene
• Associate's Degree from CODA-accredited program (Bachelor's/Master's preferred)

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients into the treatment area and ensure comfort
• Discuss the dental care plan with patients and answer questions
• Prepare 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 and apply fluoride
• Teach good oral hygiene techniques
• Create dental impressions
• Take x-rays and be comfortable with Nomads
• Assist dentist during procedures and exams
• Adhere to health, safety regulations and office policies

Skills

Excellent communication

Customer service

Education

Associate's Degree in Dental Hygiene

Bachelor's or Master's in dental hygiene (preferred)

Tools

Dentrix Experience

Nomads (x-ray)

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

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 clients 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 2 years of experience. Must be comfortable with SRP, nitrous oxide, anesthetic, Use of cavitron and use of dental loupes is required. 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 and apply fluoride treatments
• Teach good oral hygiene techniques
• Create dental impressions
• Take x-rays, must be comfortable with Nomads
• Assist dentist during procedures and exams
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations and office policies

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree from a school certified by the Commission on Dental Accreditation, Bachelor's or Master's degree preferred
• Dentrix Experience preferred
• Current Dental Hygienist licensure
• At least 2 years of experience in dental hygiene
• Able to stand for extended periods and bend repeatedly
• Excellent communication and customer service skills