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Family & Preventive Dentistry
Dental Hygienist (Part-time)
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What they do
A Dental Hygienist performs routine dental care, including cleaning teeth and examining patients for signs of oral diseases, and educates patients about good oral health practices. Assists dentists in more complex dental procedures. Works in dental offices under the supervision of dentists and other dental health specialists.
$73,557 / year median in Connecticut
+27% projected growth
Job Description
At Family & Preventive Dentistry, our goal is to provide impeccable customer service from the first impression a patient receives on the phone through all phases of a patient's visit. We strive for a professional environment where everyone is treated with respect and empathy while supporting our team to be themselves. We are seeking a Registered Hygienist to deliver exceptional service to our valued patients on a part-time basis, 2 days a week . We are a largely fee-for-service practice, working to be totally insurance independent, allowing our hygienists to take charge of their schedule and production. Our ideal Dental Hygienist will excel in: Have a solid understanding of periodontal disease Record dental histories and documentation of periodontal & restorative conditions with specific details Effective instrumentation with both hand instruments and ultrasonics Attention to detail and being able to evaluate your work effectively Partnering with the Dentists to instruct and educate patients, ensuring long-term dental health Maintain their own instruments and clinical room Our ideal candidate will be patient education-focused, as well as possess: Associate's Degree from ADA-accredited dental hygiene school 1+years proven hygiene experience Current state licensure