Registered Dental Hygienist

NÜVA Smile; North Arlington (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NÜVA Smile is seeking full-time/part-time Registered Dental Hygienists for a state-of-the-art office in North Arlington, NJ. Join a top emerging group in dentistry and enjoy competitive compensation, health insurance, and bonuses while ensuring exemplary patient care and comfort.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Bonus Pay

PTO

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Dental Hygienist or similar role.
• Valid license and knowledge of health/safety regulations.
• Outstanding communication skills and patient-friendly demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patient comfort before examinations.
• Conduct initial mouth screenings and clean teeth.
• Educate patients on proper teeth care.

Skills

Experience as Dental Hygienist

Knowledge of health and safety regulations

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Stamina for physical demands

Diploma in Dental Hygiene

Valid license to practice

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 North Arlington, NJ office.