Hygienist RDH

Dental Horizons; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 73,012 - 96,432; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Bonuses

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

A progressive dental practice in Longmont, Colorado, is seeking a hygienist passionate about oral and systemic health. Join a dynamic team where you will play a crucial role in delivering comprehensive oral care, establish rapport with patients, and engage in continuous education. With both full-time and part-time shifts available, you can enjoy a compensation structure that includes a guaranteed hourly base wage plus bonuses, typical hourly wages ranging from $53 to $70. The practice promotes a supportive environment for professional development.

Qualifications

• Laser certification or willingness to obtain certification is required.
• Understanding or desire to learn about airway and tongue space is necessary.
• A sound understanding of periodontal connections with systemic health is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive oral care to patients.
• Establish rapport with patients through strong communication.
• Engage in continuous education and collaboration among team members.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Comfortable with technology

Desire to learn about airway and tongue space

Understanding of periodontal connections with systemic health

Job description

We are seeking hygienists to join our total health-focused, progressive, and private two-doctor dental office. Our core values (gratitude, harmony, excellence, stewardship) drive decision-making and allow for your increased autonomy. Laser certification (or willingness to obtain), an understanding of (or desire to learn) airway and tongue space, and a sound understanding of periodontal connections with systemic health will propel your success! Our patients are fantastic and understand the value of dentistry.

We need you because

• You play a crucial role in delivering comprehensive oral care.
• You have strong communication skills and the ability to establish rapport with patients.
• You are comfortable with technology.
• You enjoy Continuing Education and implement what you learn. (We learn together)
• You are committed to make your work environment the best place to work.
• You understand basic business principles that allow the patients, the team, and the practice to win.

You need us because

• We focus on oral/systemic health connection and airway which supports your role as more than just a “tooth cleaner”.
• We are committed to your personal and professional development.
• We work collaboratively between doctors and hygienists.
• We enjoy sharing knowledge and skills with others to make everyone around us better.

What to expect…

• Morning huddle – begins at 7:45am with a positive thought, joke.
• Hygiene appointments for one hour to maximize patient care and education. (not “accelerated hygiene”)
• Performance objectives used to mentor and grow your career.
• Long-term mindset for patient relationships and treatment planning.
• Conversation with a patient about their sleep, breathing, and tongue – we welcome Oral Myofunctional Therapists (OMT)

Important Details

• Time: We have full-time and part-time shifts available. We can discuss what is best for your schedule.
• Compensation Structure: Production-based compensation PLUS a guaranteed hourly base wage. Generous benefits package and bonuses. Hourly typical fluctuates between $53-$70/hour.