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Nebraska Dental Center
Dental Hygienist - Private Practice
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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.
$78,674 / year median in Nebraska
+29% projected growth
Job Description
Dental Hygienist - Private Practice Nebraska Dental Center La Vista, NE Job Details Full-time $46 - $52 an hour 21 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Uniform allowance 401(k) matching Employee discount Retirement plan Qualifications Registered Dental Hygienist Full Job Description Summary Growing, non-corporate, single doc office whose #1 goal is making the office an enjoyable environment for our staff Autonomy on treatment planning best hygiene plan for patients Low staff turnover Will order any instruments you want Focus on helping patients understand how their oral health effects their overall health 1.5 hours for new patients or SRP, 1 hour for recalls. No double booking M-Th, 8am to 4pm with 30 minute paid lunch Experienced hygienists, new graduates or soon-to-be graduates welcome. We will happily wait for the right culture fit! Full Description We are adding to our amazing team! Our goal is to be a place you're excited and proud to work at! More than anything, we understand the greatest asset to our office and our patients are happy long-term employees, and we strive to make that a reality. Nebraska Dental Center is a non-corporate, single doctor office seeking a positive, friendly, and proactive Registered Dental Hygienist with a strong work ethic who is interested in helping our patients find the best way for them to reach their optimal oral health! We believe in the importance of treating each patient as an individual, in a way that fits with their goals and budget. Work life balance is important to us. Work hours are Monday through Thursday, seeing patients from 8 am to 4pm with a 30 minute paid lunch. For how a work day looks, we schedule 30 minute child prophys, 1 hour adult recall prophy or perio maintenance appointments, and 90 minute new patient or SRP appointments (2 quads max in these 90 minutes) and do not run assisted hygiene meaning you get time to get to know your patients. We provide cavitrons and will order requested hand instruments or specific supplies as desired. We believe in allowing our hygienists to have as much autonomy as possible in determining the best course of care for our patients, and providing them with whatever equipment is needed to do so. In addition to the benefits listed below, we offer 7 paid holidays and free dental care to you, your spouse, parents, grandparents, kids, and grandkids after a 90 day waiting period. We also provide a uniform allowance, pay for CPR/BLS renewal, and have a positive, relaxed, and family-oriented work environment filled with wonderful people. Please feel free to message with any questions, concerns, or any additional info you would want to provide! Resumes are appreciated. The Registered Dental Hygienist will be responsible for: Developing and maintaining patient relationships Providing a friendly, enjoyable atmosphere for patients and other staff Educating patients on their oral health and advising them on how to improve it Providing exceptional patient care Ensuring equipment is sterilized and room is set up and stocked appropriately Helping other staff as needed