Dental Hygienist

Standish Family Dental Health is seeking a full-time Dental Hygienist to join our team! At our office we focus on putting the patient first and having a great experience! We pride ourselves on having a fun, compassionate, and enjoyable place to work built on teamwork and everyone having a happy positive attitude!

We expect the best from our employees, but we also provide great compensation. Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience!

Qualities:

∙ Positive, bubbly attitude: we can’t coach this! You must have it.

∙ People person: we want staff who love to chat, laugh, and get to know patients.

∙ Team player: willing to do whatever it takes to provide a good experience for the patient and helping the entire team to provide the best care!

∙ Proactive: Identifying problems, and providing solutions, and acting without being asked.

Requirements:

∙ Valid RDH License

∙ CPR

∙ X-ray Certificate

∙ 2-5 years clinical experience with hygiene and non-surgical periodontal care

∙ Familiarity with digital x-rays

∙ Competence with licensed duties: prophylaxis, periodontal maintenance, scaling and root planning, administer local anesthesia, sealants, etc.

∙ Comfortable using computers for a variety of tasks.

∙ Experience with Dentrix and Dexis a plus, but not a requirement

∙ Maintain documentation and charts on each patient

∙ Conduct initial mouth screenings and check oral health history

∙ Identify conditions like gingivitis, caries or periodontitis

∙ Ensure patients feel as comfortable as possible before their examination

∙ Excellent co-diagnosis talents and great interpersonal skills

∙ Proven ability to follow outlined policies and guidelines

∙ Sterilize dental instruments properly

∙ Monitor supplies

∙ Possess a professional and positive attitude

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Standish, ME 04084: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person