Registered Dental Hygienist

NÜVA Smile; New Jersey; On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join NÜVA Smile as a Registered Dental Hygienist in our state-of-the-art office in Central Jersey! You will ensure patient comfort, conduct examinations, and educate patients on oral hygiene. Benefits include health insurance, PTO, and competitive compensation plus incentives.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Bonus Pay

PTO

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• Registered Dental Hygienist with valid license required.
• Experience preparing and maintaining dental equipment is essential.
• Knowledge in health and safety regulations (e.g., HIPAA) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patient comfort and perform dental screenings.
• Educate patients on proper oral care techniques.
• Assist dentists and maintain patient documentation.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Patient care

Stamina

Education

Diploma in Dental Hygiene

Job description

We’re growing! Voted one of the Top 10 Emerging Groups to watch by Group Dentistry Now! We are seekingFT/PT Registered Dental Hygienists to fill a position in our Central Jersey location. Competitive compensation plus incentives offered! Join us in our brand new, state of the art office!

Benefits for Full Time Employment:
Health Insurance, Bonus Pay, PTO, paid holidays and more!

Responsibilities

• Ensure patients feel as comfortable as possible before their examination
• Sterilize dental instruments properly
• Conduct initial mouth screenings and check oral health history
• Identify conditions like gingivitis, caries or periodontitis
• Clean and help protect patients’ teeth (e.g. remove plaque or apply fluoride)
• Educate patients of all ages on proper teeth care (by demonstrating, for example, good brushing techniques)
• Give instructions to patients after operations or other dental procedures
• Take X-rays or dental impressions
• Assist dentists with selecting appropriate treatments for various diseases (including oral cancer)
• Maintain documentation and charts on each patient
• Monitor supplies

Skills

• Proven experience as Dental Hygienist or similar role
• In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations in this profession (e.g. HIPAA)
• Experience in preparing and maintaining dental equipment
• Outstanding communication skills
• A patient and friendly personality
• Attention to detail
• Stamina to meet the physical demands of the job
• Diploma in Dental Hygiene
• Valid license to practice
• Salary includes bonuses
• Salary is commensurate with experience
• This position is for our Stanhope, NJ office.