Registered Dental Hygienist - Culture Dental Adv. - Liberty, MO

Permanent Dental Hygienist Job

Liberty, MO

Job Description

WE NEED A DENTAL HYGIENIST TO JOIN OUR DENTAL FAMILY!!!
We have an amazing team in our Liberty practice and the only thing missing is---- YOU! If you are motivated to deliver great patient care, you have unlimited income potential with our combined hourly and production pay model. We offer paid vacation time, paid holidays, retirement plan with match, and dental/vision/health/life insurance plans. Continuous education and opportunities for advancement are available.
We are looking for a Dental Hygienist to help treat patients and promote good oral health practices. What do Dental Hygienists do? Dental Hygienist duties revolve around conducting initial patient screenings, cleaning teeth (e.g. removing plaque) and advising patients on oral health and preventative care. You’ll help dentists decide treatments for teeth or gum diseases and handle dental emergencies. As a Dental Hygienist, you should be reliable and able to build trust with patients of all ages. You should have deep knowledge of relevant health and safety rules and a good eye for oral diseases and anomalies. If you have a steady hand and great bedside manner, we’d like to meet you.
Dental Hygienist Responsibilities

Ensure patients feel as comfortable as possible before their examination
Sterilize dental instruments properly
Conduct initial mouth screenings and check oral health history
Identify conditions like gingivitis, caries, and periodontitis
Clean and help protect patients’ teeth (e.g. remove plaque or apply fluoride)
Educate patients of all ages on proper teeth care (by demonstrating, for example, good brushing techniques)
Give instructions to patients after operations or other dental procedures
Take X-rays or dental impressions
Assist dentists with selecting appropriate treatments for various diseases (including oral cancer)
Maintain documentation and charts on each patient
Monitor supplies

Dental Hygienist Skills

Proven experience as Dental Hygienist
In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations in this profession (e.g. HIPAA)
Experience in preparing and maintaining dental equipment
Outstanding communication skills
A patient and friendly personality
Attention to detail
Stamina to meet the physical demands of the job
Diploma in Dental Hygiene
Valid license to practice in the state of Missouri

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $42.00 - $45.00 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 32 per week
Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Vision insurance

Schedule:

No nights
No weekends

Work Location: In person

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