Dental Hygienist - Pediatric Dental Associates & Orthodontics of Alabama - Cullman, AL

Permanent Dental Hygienist Job

Cullman, AL

Job Description

Hygienist – Full Time Benefits w/ Bonus Opportunities
Are you looking for an hygienist opportunity where YOU matter? A place where you can GROW and DEVELOP in your dental career? At Pediatric Dental Associates, we will 100% INVEST in YOU and your growth and development. We are committed to setting you up for success. Our culture at Pediatric Dental Associates feels likes family- we care. If you want to EARN more and be REWARDED for your hard work, our Hygienists are eligible for quarterly commission based bonus incentives!
Our team is built on I.D.E.A.S. and we are committed to delivering on our core values which are Integrity, Development, Excellence, Accountability, and Serve. We are looking for individuals that will foster those core values.
Our Culllman office is hiring and looking for a Hygienist. We are looking for a hygienist that is self-motivated, loves working with children, and enjoys helping others!
We are an established pediatric dental office that is state of the art. We love what we do, who we work for, and who we work with.
A dental hygienist’s (bilingual preferred) responsibilities include screening patients as they arrive, educating patients and parents about their diet and how it impacts their oral health, teaching how to properly brush and floss, and providing a cleaning of the teeth and gums as well as removing plaque.
Other duties responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Taking and developing X-rays
Sterilizing instruments
Supporting the Dentist during the exam and sometimes for minor procedures
Updating and maintaining patient dental records in Dentrix Software system
Schedule patient appointments
Advising parents/patients on ways to better improve oral hygiene
Advancement Opportunity: Pending review and evaluation, supervising dentist may provide tuition assistance for infiltration classes.

Required Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent required
Should be fluent in Spanish and be able to converse, translate, interpret, provide assistance ensuring clear and accurate communication
Knowledge of experience working with Dentrix software preferred
Must possess excellent interpersonal relations skills and have the capability of relating to a variety of people and personalities
Must possess a high level of flexibility and tolerance to adjustments/changes in work loads and assignments
Alabama Dental Hygiene License required
Valid driver’s license is required
Must be available weekly Monday through Thursday

Our Benefits:

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
7 Paid Holidays per year
Paid Time Off (After just 3 years of service, you earn 12 days (96 hours) of vacation time)
401K w/ company match
Participate in quarterly team building events
Participate in quarterly company-wide meetings to focus on serving, growth, and YOUR development

Pediatric Dental Associates & Orthodontics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and family-friendly environment in which all employees can excel and achieve work/life balance irrespective of race, national origin, age, genetic or family medical history, gender, faith, gender identity, and expression as well as sexual orientation. Pediatric Dental Associates & Orthodontics also encourages applications from individuals with disabilities and veterans.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

Pediatrics

Schedule:

Day shift

Application Question(s):

What are your pay expectations?

License/Certification:

Registered Alabama Dental Hygienist license (Required)

Work Location: In person

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