What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Hygiene Specialist Position position at Affinity Dental Management?
Job Summary
Affinity Dental Management is seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Dental Hygienist to join our East Haddam Dental Associates practice on a part-time basis.
Company Overview
Our mission at Affinity Dental Management is to empower dental professionals, enhance patient care, and stay at the cutting edge of dental medicine. We provide comprehensive practice management and administrative support services to practices throughout the northeast United States.
Key Responsibilities
- Welcome and seat patients cheerfully
- Prepare and set up treatment rooms for hygiene procedures
- Update patients' health history and provide oral hygiene education
- Perform scaling, root planning, and fluoride application
- Identify periodontal and restorative issues; facilitate dentist's treatment recommendations
- Capture and interpret x-rays
- Conduct head, neck, and oral cancer exams
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and preventive measures
- Schedule appropriate follow-up appointments
- Maintain a clean and organized dental lab
- Adhere to safety and OSHA guidelines as well as office standards
- Occasionally travel to participate in continuing education or seminars
Requirements
- Associate degree or higher from an ADA-accredited dental hygiene program
- CT state license
- CPR certification
- 1-year dental experience is required
- Certification in anesthesia, preferred if applicable
Benefits
- Pay rate: $45-50/ hour incentive bonus
- Paid sick time off
- Continuing Education (CE) credits
- Opportunities for growth and potential equity
Interview Process
- 1 phone interview
- 1 in-person interview
Affinity Dental Management is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
Salary : $45 - $50
