Flexible Dental Hygienist — Caring Patient Care

Coventry Family Dental; Coventry (RI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Careers Advancement Opportunities

Flexible Scheduling

Competitive Compensation

Job summary

Coventry Family Dental is hiring a Registered Dental Hygienist to join our compassionate team. You will screen patients, perform cleanings, and assist dentists during exams and procedures. State licensure and at least two years of experience are preferred.

If you are friendly, outgoing, and dedicated to creating a great patient experience, we’d love to hear from you! We value patient comfort and adherence to safety standards, with benefits including health insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and

Qualifications

• State-licensed Registered Dental Hygienist with at least two years of experience.
• Ability to maintain HIPAA compliance and safety guidelines.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

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
• Assist dentist during procedures and exams
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations and office policies

Skills

Communication

Customer service

HIPAA regulations

Flexibility

Education

Associate's Degree in Dental Hygiene

Dental Hygiene licensure

Job description

Coventry Family Dental is hiring a Registered Dental Hygienist to join our compassionate team. You will screen patients, perform cleanings, and assist dentists during exams and procedures. State licensure and at least two years of experience are preferred.

If you are friendly, outgoing, and dedicated to creating a great patient experience, we’d love to hear from you! We value patient comfort and adherence to safety standards, with benefits including health insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and