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Dental Hygienist
Job Description
Dental Hygienist
Regular Full Time
Technical
Alcoa, TN, US
10 days ago
Requisition ID:
1643 Dental Hygienist Monday to Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm (no weekends, nights, or major holidays) Full-time (40/hour per week) Locations available: Alcoa, TN, In-Person Who we are: River Valley Health is a comprehensive Federally Qualified Health Center caring for over 70,000 patients across 13 counties in Tennessee. We provide integrated primary medical, behavioral, dental, optometry, and clinical pharmacy services through our nationally recognized integrated model of care. We are committed to serving our mission to care for all, regardless of ability to pay, through innovation, excellence, and teamwork.
Key Responsibilities:
Clean and polish patients' teeth, remove plaque, tartar, and stains.
Apply fluoride treatment and sealants to prevent decay.
Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, including brushing and flossing.
Assist in the treatment of gum diseases by scaling and root planning and providing ongoing care instructions.
Maintain cleanliness and sterilization of dental tools, equipment, and work areas.
Qualifications:
This candidate must be a Registered Dental Hygienist.
Knowledge of dental instruments, procedures, and terminology.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Why Join Us:
Be part of a nonprofit organization focused on community health that values your work/life balance.
Work with a dedicated team of professionals.
Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive PTO package. Equal Opportunity Employer. Job description subject to change.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Dental Insurance
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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.
$72,009 / year median in Tennessee
+31% projected growth