Dental Hygienist

Dental Hygienist Hale Family Dentistry Fort Wayne, IN Job Details Part-time | Full-time $40 - $45 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off 401(k) matching Employee discount Professional development assistance Qualifications Microsoft Word Computer operation Local Anesthesia Certification CPR Certification Medical software Computer literacy BLS Certification CPR Dental Hygiene Associate's degree Registered Dental Hygienist Full Job Description About us Hale Family Dentistry is 5-Star rated and twice awarded Top Dental Office in Fort Wayne, Indiana. It is our top priority at Hale Family Dentistry to provide exceptional dental care at each part of the patient's journey. Our office upholds the highest standards in care, technology, and materials to provide unmatched service. Dental Hygienist Hale Family Dentistry is seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist to join our team. We are a small, patient-focused dental office in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The ideal candidate is someone who thrives on educating, motivating, and teaching patients proper oral health habits. It is our top priority at Hale Family Dentistry to provide exceptional dental care at each part of the patient's journey. Most importantly, we are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable environment for our team, patients, and guests. If you want to join a close-knit, fun, and laidback office, apply now!

Duties:

The hygienist will be responsible for the following: Patient screening procedures, such as assessment of oral health conditions, review of health history, oral cancer screening, head and neck inspection, dental charting Taking digital images and X-rays Removing calculus and plaque (hard and soft deposits) from all surfaces of the teeth Applying preventive materials to the teeth (e.g., sealants and fluorides) Teaching patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health; (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing and nutritional counseling) Performing documentation and office management activities Remove hard and soft deposits from teeth and examine oral areas, head, and neck for signs of oral disease. Discover and document areas of failure, and facilitate the dentist's diagnosis and treatment recommendations. Maintain dental hygiene supplies and ensure instrument sterilization and effective equipment operation. Educate patients by providing instructions for oral care following all hygiene treatment procedures. Administer local anesthetic while under the supervision of DDS safely and effectively.

Qualifications :

Associate or advanced degree in Dental Hygiene from an ADA accredited school. Proficiency in dental software and basic computer skills such as Microsoft 10; Word;Email, etc. State certification/licensure as required to work as a Dental Hygienist. Active CPR and compliance with any other licensing or credentialing requirements.

Education :

Minimum Associate Degree (Required) Hale Family Dentistry is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Hale Family Dentistry makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Pay:

$40.00 - $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible spending account Health savings account Paid time off Professional development assistance

Education:

Associate (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person