Pediatric Dental Hygienist

Dentistry for Kids; Monroeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dental practice in Monroeville is seeking a dedicated Pediatric Hygienist to assist in providing excellent dental care. The role involves patient education, assisting the dentist, and performing essential hygiene tasks. Full-time and part-time positions available with competitive pay and benefits after 90 days.

Benefits

401(k)

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Vision Insurance

Continuing Education Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Counseling and calming patients during examinations.
• Sterilizing dental devices and equipment.
• Gathering patients’ medical and dental histories.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the dentist with various procedures.
• Screening patients and reviewing oral health history.
• Performing plaque removal and tooth cleaning.

Skills

Communication

Patient Education

Radiographic Procedures

Education

Degree in Dental Hygiene

Pennsylvania Hygiene License

Job description

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We’re searching for a dental hygienist to join our practice to assist the dentist and other team members with a variety of procedures.

• Counseling and calming patients during examinations and treatments.
• Screening patients, which includes a mouth and neck examination as well as a review of their oral health history.
• Patient education on the correct tooth and gum care, as well as the impact of diet on oral health.
• Sterilizing dental devices and equipment.
• Plaque removal, tooth cleaning, and gum disease prevention.
• Assisting the dentist in all aspects of dental care.
• Being up-to-date with the most recent advancements in dentistry.
• Gathering patients’ medical and dental histories.
• Produce thorough documentation of procedure in dental records.
• Degree in dental hygiene from a recognized university.
• Pennsylvania hygiene license or pending license.
• Up-to-date CPR certification.
• The ability to perform radiographic procedures.
• Ability to accurately and effectively communicate (verbal, written, and interpersonal).
• Comfortable doing a wide range of computer tasks.
• Being well-versed in the areas of oral hygiene and dental wellness.

Compensation:

• $32-$36 per hour + Production bonus.
• Continuing education reimbursement after 90 days.
• 401k with Employer match after 1 year.
• Paid time off
• Benefits are available for full-time staff after 90 days.
• Full-time status begins at 28 hours per week.

We are willing to employ and train a candidate prior to receiving license notification. Candidates would be employed as a hygiene assistant prior to receipt of license.

Pediatric Hygienist at Dentistry for Kids in Monroeville, PA

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Salary: $32.00 - $36.00 per hour

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Monroeville, PA 15146: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Medical Practices

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