Is having fun at work important to you? Do you enjoy making kids smile? Do you want something different than running your own column of prophy patients all day long? If so, our fast-paced and fun-filled bustling combo pediatric and orthodontic practice might be a great fit! Our Mission Statement incorporates our environment: "Big Kids taking Care of Little Kids. One Tooth, One Smile, One Family at a Time" About the Opportunity Adventure Dental is a thriving pediatric dental and orthodontic practice looking for an enthusiastic Registered Dental Hygienist to join our team. We're currently hiring for Mondays and Wednesdays , This position will also provide additional hours during a scheduled maternity leave beginning in December , making it a great opportunity for someone looking to grow with our practice. Our hygienists are much more than clinicians—they're educators, cheerleaders, confidence builders, and an essential part of creating positive dental experiences for children and their families. If pediatric dentistry is new to you, don't worry! Our experienced hygiene team will provide training, guidance, and support to help you become comfortable with our techniques, communication, and pediatric approach. Responsibilities
- Give local anesthetic
- Gingival assessment
- Charting for each patient
- Sharpen instruments as needed
- Break down sharps
- Leader in communication with Doctors and Assistants
- Instruct patients and parents of all ages on proper dental hygiene and care
- Minimal perio-charting
- Pitch in with other duties as need to help make each appointment go smoothly Minimum Requirements
- Current Washington State RDH License
- Current CPR certification
- Basic understanding of HIPPA privacy rules
- Able to multitask and work through distractions
- Excellent verbal communication
- Maintain own functioning loupes with light
- Willingness to work with children at their pace and comfort level
Job Type:
Part-Time (2 days) with potential to move to a full time position (3 Days) Competitive pay depending on Skill Level and experience. Adventure Dental provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Job Types:
Full-time, Temporary Pay:
$50.00 - $55.00 per hour
Medical Specialty:
Pediatrics License/Certification:
Registered Dental Hygienist License (Preferred) Ability to
Commute:
Vancouver, WA 98685 (Required) Ability to
Relocate:
Vancouver, WA 98685: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location:
In person