Registered Dental Hygienist

Fidalgo Island Dental - Anacortes; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 92,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fun team events

Downtown Anacortes location

iTero system

Stable practice

Friendly culture

Weekend closure

Job summary

Fidalgo Island Dental - Anacortes is seeking a personable dental hygienist to join our team in Washington. You will welcome patients, perform cleanings, and assist dentists with examinations and procedures. CPR certification and licensure are required, with an associate degree mandatory and a bachelor’s/master’s preferred.

1+ year experience encouraged. We value a friendly, compassionate team, modern equipment like iTero, and a stable practice environment in downtown Anacortes.

Qualifications

• Must hold a dental hygienist licensure in the state where the job is located.
• Associate degree is required; Bachelor's/Master's is preferred.
• CPR certification is required.
• Physically able to stand for up to 8 hours.
• Minimum 1 year of dental hygiene work experience.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with dentists to determine the best treatment for various dental diseases.
• Thoroughly clean teeth and apply fluoride or sealants.
• Identify issues like gingivitis, periodontitis, or caries for prompt care.
• Use x-ray machines to capture images for diagnosis of issues.
• Conduct initial screenings to understand patient oral health histories.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Dentistry knowledge

CPR certification

Education

Associate's degree in dental hygiene

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in dental hygiene (preferred)

Job description

Job Description

We’re searching for a personable dental hygienist to join our talented team of health care providers! You’ll welcome patients and conduct their initial screenings, perform thorough dental cleanings, and help dentists with examinations and procedures. Applicants should be knowledgeable about dentistry best practices, possess incredible interpersonal skills, and love working with people.

Compensation: $67 - $75 hourly

Responsibilities

• Work with dentists to decide the best form of treatment for a variety of dental disease
• Protect patients’ teeth by thoroughly cleaning them and applying fluoride or other sealants
• Check for issues such as gingivitis, periodontitis, or caries so patients can receive care as soon as the problem is identified
• Use x-ray machines to take photos of the patients’ teeth so the dentist can clearly identify cavities or other oral health issues
• Conduct initial screenings for patients to understand their oral health history

Qualifications

• Has dental hygienist licensure in the state where the job is located
• Bachelor’s degree or master's degree in registered dental hygiene program preferred, associate’s degree required
• Certified to perform CPR
• Physical stamina to stand for up to 8 hours at a time
• 1+ years of experience in dental hygiene work

About Company

Our tight-knit practice is growing and looking for the right person to complete our team! Here are just a few perks of working with us:

Perks

• Fun team events: We believe in fostering a fun and positive work environment.
• Location: Located in the heart of downtown Anacortes, very convenient!
• Up-To-Date Equipment: We pride ourselves on using the latest equipment, including the iTero digital scanning system.
• Stability: Our practice is well-established, and we plan to expand and grow for the next several years.
• We are enthusiastic, friendly, compassionate, and committed to the mission of delivering high-quality general dentistry.
• Fri, Sat-Sunday- currently closed.