Princess Dental Staffing
Full Time Dental Hygienist - Enable Dental - East Hampton, CT
- Permanent Dental Hygienist Job
- East Hampton, CT
Job Description
Join a growing team of clinical professionals with a vision to deliver quality and specialized dental care for individuals that reside in skilled nursing centers, memory care facilities, and in some cases their own home.
Enable dental is a "mobile delivery model" who is equipped with portable technology and systems that allow our clinical teams to provide excellent compassionate care.
Enable Dental is also implementing Teledentistry into our day-to-day operations to improve the overall dental hygiene of patients, improve access to care for patients and offer convenience to patients who might not be able to visit a traditional dental office. Teledentistry reflects a broader changing dental care landscape moving toward innovation and a convenience care model.
The Dental Hygienist is responsible for providing preventive dental care and oral health education to the community, with a focus on underserved populations. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to public health and a passion for improving the oral health of the community.
Responsibilities:
Provide preventive dental care, including cleanings, fluoride treatments, and sealants
Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques
Screen patients for oral health problems and refer them to dentists for further treatment
Develop and implement oral health education programs for the community
Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to improve the oral health of the community
Participate in research and evaluation activities to assess the effectiveness of oral health programs
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in dental hygiene from an accredited program
Registered dental hygienist in the state of State
Strong commitment to public health
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Compensation:
Competitive salary and benefits package
