What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Hygienist position at Dental Care Alliance?
Overview
Premier Dental of Connecticut is hiring a Dental Hygienist for our office located in West Hartford, CT 06119. This is a full-time position with some flexibility in the schedule.
A few great reasons to apply:
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Monthly bonus opportunities
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- 1-hour appointments
- Strong clinical team for mentorship and support
- Free CE's through classes we offer and/or reimbursements
If you're looking for a dental home where you can grow your career in a state-of-the-art facility that stands out among the rest, then this is the position for you!
As a leader in the dental industry, we strive to keep up with the latest technology and are currently utilizing digital x-rays, 3D cone beams and Biolase diode lasers, and we are excited to be adding Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT), in the near future. We also ensure our hygienists have the tools and resources they need to deliver essential, personalized care to our patients.
Previous RDH experience is always great, but we also encourage new hygiene grads to apply as well. Must have an active Hygiene license for the state of Connecticut. New grads must be applying for license soon.
If you are a hygienist who is dedicated to providing top notch care to patients, we'd love to have you join our team!
Responsibilities
- Through the delivery of periodontal therapies and other hygiene-related services, Dental Hygienists are committed to improving the oral health of patients. Candidates must be enthusiastic about their dental work, and willing to provide the highest level of care at all times
- Under limited supervision, the Dental Hygienist provides oral hygiene dental treatment and oral hygiene care and education in accordance with guidelines approved, issued, and regulated by the state in which they work.
- Patient screening, medical history and dental charting.
- Application of fluoride and protective sealants. Removal of calculus, stain and plaque from above and below the gum line.
- Provides nutritional counseling, and self-care programs to prevent disease.
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Active Hygiene license for the state of Connecticut
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Additional benefits for full-time employees:
- Medical
- Dental services
- Life insurance
- Vision
- 401k to name a few
At DCA we don’t just accept differences — we celebrate them and recognize the value this brings to our patients and employees. DCA is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Equal opportunity and consideration are afforded to all qualified applicants and employees. We won't unlawfully discriminate on the basis of gender identity or expression, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, physical or mental disability, Veteran status, sexual orientation, and any other category protected by law.
The DCA team is best characterized by the relationships we have with our patients and each other. We embrace collaboration which is necessary to innovate in today’s changing world of dentistry . Our culture encourages participation, diversity of thought, innovation, and strong execution.Go further with an Ally
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