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Registered Dental Hygienist Confidential West Orange, NJ Job Details Full-time From $50 an hour 13 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Qualifications Teamwork Interpersonal skills Patient assessment HIPAA Clinic experience Full Job Description A well-established private dental practice in West Orange, NJ is seeking an experienced and personable Registered Dental Hygienist to join our team. We are looking for a hygienist who takes pride in providing excellent clinical care while also building genuine, long-term relationships with patients. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience, a positive personality, strong communication skills, and the ability to make patients feel comfortable and well cared for. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to become an integral part of a practice and develop a strong patient following over time. We value hygienists who are confident in their clinical abilities while also being receptive to feedback, willing to follow established systems, and able to work collaboratively with the doctors and team. What You'll Do Provide comprehensive preventive hygiene care, including routine cleanings and periodontal maintenance Perform periodontal assessments, charting, and screenings Educate patients on oral hygiene, periodontal health, and recommended treatment Build strong relationships with patients and encourage long-term preventive care Communicate clinical findings and treatment recommendations effectively with patients and doctors Maintain accurate and thorough patient records Follow established clinical protocols, infection control procedures, and

OSHA/HIPAA

requirements Work collaboratively with the doctors and dental team to provide an exceptional patient experience Manage a productive schedule while maintaining a high standard of patient care What We're Looking For NJ Registered Dental Hygienist license Ideally 2+ years of clinical hygiene experience Strong clinical and periodontal assessment skills Warm, friendly, and professional personality Excellent communication and patient education skills Someone who enjoys getting to know patients and building a loyal patient following Coachability and willingness to take direction and feedback Dependable, organized, and able to work effectively as part of a team Ability to balance efficiency with high-quality, patient-centered care Experience with dental practice management/charting software is a plus Why Join Us? We are looking for someone who wants more than simply a hygiene position. The right person will have the opportunity to build lasting relationships with patients, establish a strong patient base, and become an important part of the practice. If you are an experienced hygienist who is clinically confident, personable, team-oriented, and always looking to improve, we'd love to hear from you.

Pay:

From $50.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off

Work Location:

In person