Hygienist Job in Findlay, OH

Blue Jay Dental, LLC; Xenia (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Blue Jay Dental, LLC is seeking a Dental Hygienist in Findlay, OH for a full-time schedule (Mon-Thu 8-5, Fri 8-2). Compensation is $36-$37 per hour or 30% of net production, whichever is greater.

The role involves patient assessment, hygiene procedures, radiographs, sealants, fluoride applications, and treatment coordination with the dentist. The ideal candidate is licensed, reliable, and capable of independent judgment, with a collaborative spirit and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited dental hygiene certificate or associate degree program with current hygienist license.
• Able to think independently and exercise good judgment.
• Capable of developing, interpreting, and implementing operational practices.
• Exhibits a collaborative team approach to duties.
• Demonstrates initiative, dependability, and promptness.
• Follows directions and accepts responsibility for own actions.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient dental health and needs using screening techniques and charting.
• Deliver hands-on patient care in accordance with hygiene standards.
• Take and record patient vital signs.
• Perform prophylaxis and polishing.
• Capture diagnostic radiographs as required for treatment decisions.
• Apply sealants and fluoride treatments.
• Create and review treatment plans with the dentist and patient.
• Communicate patient concerns to the dentist.

Skills

Reliability

Independent thinking

Team player

Initiative

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Follow directions

Safety guidelines

Education

Dental hygiene certificate or associate degree

Current hygienist license

Job description

About the job Hygienist Job in Findlay, OH

Dental Hygienist
Findlay, OH
Full Time - Monday - Thursday 8-5, Friday 8-2.
Compensation: $36-$37 per hour or 30% of net production whichever is greater.
Job Responsibilities:

• Assess patient dental health and needs using screening techniques, including medical history evaluation, dental charting, and periodontal charting
• Deliver hands-on patient care in accordance with established dental hygiene standards
• Take and record patient vital signs
• Perform routine procedures such as prophylaxis and polishing
• Capture diagnostic radiographs as required by the dentist for treatment decisions
• Apply sealants and fluoride applications
• Record dental history and main complaint
• Document and report significant clinical findings
• Instruct patients on preventing cavities and periodontal disease through diet and proper home care
• Clean and sterilize dental instruments
• Create treatment plan as prescribed by the dentist
• Review treatment plan and associated costs with the patient
• Effectively communicate patient concerns to the dentist
• Act as lead treatment coordinator
• Handle supplementary tasks as necessary

Qualifications:

• Must be reliable
• Graduate of an accredited dental hygiene certificate or associate degree program with current hygienist license
• Able to think independently and exercise good judgment
• Capable of developing, affecting, interpreting, and/or implementing operational practices
• Exhibits a collaborative team approach to duties
• Demonstrates initiative, dependability, and promptness
• Performs frequent repetitive tasks with strong attention to detail
• Adapts to varying work assignments with a positive mindset
• Follows directions and accepts responsibility for own actions
• Upholds strict confidentiality regarding patients and their treatment
• Comprehends safety guidelines, procedure manuals, and written correspondence
• Understands instructions provided in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance