Princess Dental Staffing
Dental Hygienist - Temp Position - Smiles of Groton - Marlborough, MA
- Permanent Dental Receptionist / Front Desk Job
- Marlborough, MA
Job Description
Our fantastic, privately-owned dental practice is looking for a rockstar temporary hygienist to help cover for one of our full-time hygienists during her upcoming medical leave. We are looking for someone for 3-4 days a week, starting July 15 and lasting 8 weeks.
This is a great opportunity for a team-oriented dental hygienist with great communication skills and attention to detail. Smiles of Groton is a privately-owned, modern, well-respected, and growing practice. Our ideal candidate will have a calm and friendly demeanor, provide patients with excellent clinical care and attention to detail, and be able to effectively communicate with patients regarding their oral health.
Our office places high importance on providing our patients with excellent customer service, and therefore a full hour is given for hygiene appointments to allow adequate time for thorough treatment and patient interaction.
Our office hours are as follows: Monday 8-5, Tuesday 7-4, Wednesday 7-5, Thursday 7-4. This is a part-time position for Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday, with the option to add a half-day Thursday.
Typical duties include:
Obtain digital radiographs and intraoral photos, and be willing to discuss findings and recommended treatment with patients.
- Provide dental hygiene care in a gentle and thorough manner - including periodontal probing, prophylaxis, and scaling and root planing.
Update periodontal and hard tissue charting, and input treatment plans into practice management software.
Work with the doctors to effectively co-diagnose and co-educate patients on various dental and periodontal conditions.
Assist with sterilization of dental instruments, and be willing to be a team player with various intraoffice tasks.
Requirements:
Licensed as a Dental Hygienist in Massachusetts
Ability to interact with patients in a positive and professional manner
A patient and friendly personality
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to follow directions and office protocols
Excellent time management skills
Have a welcoming smile, a can-do attitude, a proactive nature, strong sense of integrity
