What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Hygienist position at Dental Associates?
Job Description
Job Description
Are you a skilled and compassionate Dental Hygienist passionate about preventive oral care? Join our team at Dental Associates , where your expertise and patient-centered approach will make a meaningful difference in oral health.
As a key member of our team, you will :
Provide preventive dental care, including cleanings, sealants, and fluoride treatments.
Educate patients on oral hygiene techniques and best practices.
Conduct oral health screenings and document findings to support the dentist’s diagnosis.
Ensure a positive, comfortable patient experience in a collaborative and professional environment.
Requirements
To excel in this role, you should have :
Licensure : Current dental hygienist license in Iowa.
Technical Skills : Proficiency with digital radiographs, intraoral photography, and dental practice management software.
Physical Ability : Ability to perform tasks requiring hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills, and physical movement (standing, sitting, bending, and lifting up to 35 lbs).
Experience : Strong knowledge of dental hygiene practices, OSHA, HIPAA compliance, and infection control protocols.
Soft Skills : Exceptional communication, teamwork, and relationship-building abilities.
A commitment to ongoing professional development and adherence to the practice’s philosophy and high standards of care.
Benefits
We value our team and offer :
Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
Paid time off, holidays, and opportunities for continuing education.
Supportive and team-oriented workplace culture.
Access to state-of-the-art equipment and modern facilities.
Opportunities to grow your career through leadership and advanced practice responsibilities.
Keep a pulse on the job market with advanced job matching technology.
If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution.
Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right.
Surveys & Data Sets
What is the career path for a Dental Hygienist?
Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Dental Hygienist career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
