Dental Hygienist
2 weeks ago
As a Dental Hygienist at Gentle Dental, you will perform thorough dental hygiene procedures, assess patients' oral health, and educate them on best practices for maintaining dental health. You will collaborate with dentists to create personalized treatment plans, ensure infection control, and maintain accurate patient records. This part-time role offers competitive pay and various benefits aimed at promoting a positive work environment and supporting your professional development.
Gentle Dental is seeking an enthusiastic and outgoing Dental Hygienist to join our vibrant dental practice. The ideal candidate is a personable professional who is passionate about dental health and enjoys building strong relationships with patients. The role involves performing dental hygiene procedures, educating patients on best oral hygiene practices and products, and practicing proactively.
Responsibilities Include:
- Patient Care: Conduct thorough hygiene procedures to include: scaling and root planing, gingivitis scaling, and prophylaxis.
- Assessment: Perform comprehensive periodontal charts, medical history assessments, and caries risk assessments.
- Patient Education: Educate patients on hygiene treatments needed based on medical and periodontal assessments.
- X-Rays: Take digital radiographs as necessary for patient diagnosis.
- Treatment Planning: Assist in developing personalized AAP and ADA based treatment plans per patient need, based on assessments and dentist recommendations.
- Collaboration: Work closely with dentists and other dental professionals to ensure coordinated patient care.
- Patient Interaction: Engage patients in a friendly, reassuring manner, while addressing any concerns or questions they may have.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate patient records and documentation of treatment plans and completed procedures.
- Infection Control: Adhere strictly to infection control protocols and maintain a clean and sterile working environment.
Competitive hourly base pay ($50 - $55 per hour) with uncapped bonus opportunity.
Schedule:
Part Time
2-3 days per week
Locations:
Gentle Dental Broadway
5311 East Broadway
Tucson, AZ 85711, USA
Gentle Dental Irvington
1360 W. Irvington Rd
Suite 180
Tucson, AZ 85746, USA
Requirements:
Education: Degree or certification in Dental Hygiene from an accredited institution.
License: Valid state dental hygiene license.
Other licenses/certifications: CPR, Local Anesthesia, Nitrous Oxide Sedation, Laser Certification (where required).
Part Time Benefits:
- Competitive base salary
- Opportunity for monthly bonus compensation
- Continuing Education
- Paid Malpractice
- 401K plan
- Benefits that support childcare needs
- Sick Time (1 hour per 40 hours worked)
- Wellness Programs
- Positive and supportive work environment
- Direct contribution to improving patients' oral health and overall well-being
Apply today
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