Registered Dental Hygienist (Libertyville) - Attar Dental - Libertyville, IL

Permanent Dental Hygienist Job

Libertyville, IL

Job Description

Attar Dental is a well-established, single doctor, private practice located in Libertyville, IL. We are a full-service office with the latest technology (Itero Intra-oral Scanner, Laser Dentistry & Therapy, Dental Implants, Invisalign and more) with a focus on patient care. For more information on our office, please visit https://attarsmiles.com
Our hygiene team is growing and we are searching for a talented Dental Hygienist to add to our current dental team. Someone who works well with fellow team members and the doctor is ideal! We are looking for someone with a passion for dentistry, excellent communication skills, and with a friendly and welcoming chairside manner. If you are self-motivated, dependable and a true lifelong learner, you may be exactly what we are looking for to add to our exceptional dental family!
Our ideal candidate gets to know their patients by active-listening and has the ability to read non-verbal cues to adjust care accordingly. The right candidate must deliver only the best care for our patients!
Preferred candidate has 2 years hygiene experience. Although hygiene experience is a bonus, we will gladly consider a new graduate to come and learn with us as well! Welcoming someone who can excel at the following responsibilities:
● Punctual, present, and participates at daily morning huddles.
● Records, documents and reviews patient dental/medical histories.
● Examines mouth, teeth, gums, or related facial structures visually and uses probes to locate periodontal recessed gums and signs of gum disease.
● Exposes diagnostic digital x-rays with use of NOMAD and PANORAMIC. Aids in patient diagnosis with use of intra-oral photos and ITERO Lumina scanner.
● Charts conditions of decay and disease for diagnosis of and treatment planning future treatment by the dentist.
● Cleans calcareous deposits, accretions, and stains from teeth and beneath margins of gums using dental instruments.
● Performs secondary intra and extra-oral cancer screening.
● Provides clinical services or health education to improve & maintain patients' oral health.
● Maintains dental equipment and sterilizes dental instruments.
● Applies fluoride and/or sealants or other cavity-preventing agents to arrest dental decay.
● Administers anesthetics or sedatives to control pain (if licensed).
● Familiar with basic dental assistant protocols and maintains patient-recare system.
● Operates diagnostic or therapeutic dental instruments or equipment
● Adheres to all practice safety rules including OSHA Hazard Communication Standards and OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Standards and HIPAA regulations.
*Must have Dental Hygiene License*
This is a PART TIME position with the opportunity to transition to FULL TIME hours. Our current hours of operation are as follows:
● Monday: 7:00AM - 4:30PM
● Tuesday: 8:30AM - 6:00PM
● Wednesday: 7:30AM - 12:30 PM OR 4:30PM (Every other Wed half day)
● Thursday: 9:30AM - 7:00PM
● Friday: OFF (Future Hours Negotiable)
NO WEEKENDS!
Our benefit package includes a competitive wage based on experience as well as:
● Dental Insurance (Employee Discount)
● Flexible Schedule / PTO (accrued after 6 months)
● Uniform allowance
● Ongoing paid training, continuing education, & career development opportunities
Pay: Starting at $45+ per hour, commensurate with experience
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $45.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 30 per week
Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Paid time off

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
No weekends

Experience:

Dental Hygiene: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Registered Dental Hygienist license (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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