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Dental Hygienist

Westport Family Dental Associates P

Dental Hygienist

Westport, CT
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    SIGN ON BONUS* $5000FT/$2500PT-***Certain eligibility requirements must be satisfied

    Benefits/Perks

    Competitive Compensation

    401k unmatched Contribution

    Accrued PTO

    Paid Federal Holidays

    Medical Benefit Contribution

    Job Summary (this job has been modified from Full Time to Part Time)

    SIGN ON BONUS* $5000 FT/$2500 PT-***Certain eligibility requirements must be satisfied We are seeking a qualified and caring Registered Dental Hygienist to join our team! As a Registered Dental Hygienist, you will provide top-notch dental care that makes our clients feel like family. You will screen patients, perform dental cleanings, and assist the dentists with exams and procedures. The ideal candidate is state licensed as a Registered Dental Hygienist and has at least two years of experience. If you’re friendly, outgoing, and committed to creating a fantastic dental experience, we want to hear from you!

    This is an opportunity not to be missed call today. We'd like to welcome you to our state-of-the-art practice where we pride ourselves in top of the line technology and the newest of innovations! We take your safety seriously! As always, we are committed to the health and safety of our staff and patients. We have always followed the highest standards of infection control and sterilization. We have made further investments to ensure a clean and safe environment for our dental team and patients by installing commercial, surgical-grade air purifiers that supply clean, pure, re-energized air throughout our practices. Amongst other added protocols we exceed PPE recommendations! We supply a high volume evacuation isolation system using Isolite products. This system enables our hygiene team to have a one-handed approach to evacuating fluid and reducing aerosols during treatment... We are proud to share that all of our hygienists has this system available to them!

    Responsibilities

    Welcome patients into the treatment area and make them feel comfortable

    Discuss the dental care plan with patients and answer any questions they have

    Prep sterilized equipment and make it available to the dentist for exams and procedures

    Accurately record medical histories

    Perform preliminary exams and collect oral health histories

    Evaluate patients for signs of gum disease, cavities, and infection

    Remove plaque and apply fluoride treatments

    Teach good oral hygiene techniques

    Take x-rays

    Assist dentist during procedures and exams

    Adhere to all health and safety regulations and office policies

    Qualifications

    Associate’s Degree from a school certified by the Commission on Dental Accreditation, Bachelor’s or Master’s degree preferred

    Current Dental Hygienist licensure

    At least 1-2 years of experience in dental hygiene

    Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations and all dentistry safety guidelines

    Excellent communication and customer service skills