Registered Dental Hygienist

Big Smiles Dental; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative dental practice is seeking a passionate Registered Dental Hygienist to join their mission of providing essential dental care to underserved children in schools. This role offers a unique work-life balance with evenings, weekends, and summers off, perfect for those looking to make a difference while enjoying a flexible schedule. With state-of-the-art portable equipment and a supportive environment, you will play a vital role in promoting oral health and education among young patients. Join a dedicated team committed to improving children's smiles and well-being in a rewarding and dynamic setting.

Benefits

Evenings, weekends, and summers off

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Unique work experience

Flexible scheduling

State-of-the-art portable dental equipment

Qualifications

• Must hold active RDH license and have 1+ years of experience.
• Current CPR certification required with hands-on skills assessment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with oral health management and provide dental hygiene services.
• Document provided dental services and educate patients on oral health.

Skills

Registered Dental Hygienist License

CPR Certification

Experience with Children

Organizational Skills

Multi-tasking Ability

Education

Associate's Degree in Dental Hygiene

Tools

Digital Radiography

Portable Dental Equipment

Job description

Who We Are

Dentistry with a work-life balance

Make a difference while doing what you love

If you’re looking for a career opportunity at a competitive salary while helping kids in need, let’s talk.

Big Smiles Kentucky, a school-based mobile dental practice, is seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist in Frankfort, KY and surrounding areas to help provide dental care to underserved children at their school.

Our innovative in school dental program offers something different than a traditional dental practice. With a workday that ends with the school day and no nights or weekends, our program is perfect for people looking for a diverse and different working environment, working parents and anyone who wants to make a difference in the dental field.

Sound interesting? Call or text Christina at 855-957-4375 or email [e-mail]

(If texting/emailing, please include your name, contact information and the location of this position.)

Registered Dental Hygienist Qualifications:

• Must hold active RDH license• 1+ years’ experience as a Registered Dental Hygienists (RDH)• Valid State ID, reliable transportation and a willingness to travel locally is a must• Works well with others (both children and adults)• Ability to work well in fast-paced environment; organized and detail-oriented; able to multi-task• Must be able to carry up to 50 lbs.• Current CPR (BLS) certification with hands-on live skills assessment• Able to walk several flights of stairs on occasion as many schools are without elevators

Registered Dental Hygienist Responsibilities:

• Assist with oral health management of all patients-being a team player at all times• Verify the identity of patient using name and date of birth prior to administering treatment, place your initials on the medical chart indicating that verification was made.• Obtain oral health assessment of each patient [new-baseline; follow-up patient]• Review medical history and other pertinent oral health information• Provide oral hygiene services including dental prophylaxis scaling, sealant application and fluoride application consistent with accepted best practices and standards.• Provide dental assistance as directed by the dentist• Provide oral health education and individual counseling to each patient according to known oral health care practices (e.g. tooth brushing, flossing)+)• Document provided dental services on the patient’s chart.• Daily travel to and from school sites

Big Smiles Kentucky Offers:

• Evenings, weekends and summers off!
• Working a school day schedule (about 6 – 7 hours); on average between 8:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M.
• Benefit package (health, dental, vision)
• Unique work experience and flexible scheduling
• Full and part time positions
• State-of-the-art portable dental equipment
• Latest technology & digital radiography

Want to learn more? Call or text Christina at 855-957-4375 or email [e-mail]

(If texting/emailing, please include your name, contact information and the location of this position.)