What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Hygienist position at Dental Care of Eagleridge?
Dental Hygienist
Our office is seeking a Dental Hygienist to work Tuesday through Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm.
About the Opportunity
We offer an elite clinical environment that encourages full autonomy, allowing you to provide exceptional patient care and focus on your clinical skills. You'll have access to our robust Hygiene mentor program and unparalleled educational offerings to enhance your expertise.
As a Dental Hygienist, you'll be a valued member of our patient care team, delivering high-quality care and attention to patients. With best-in-class support, you'll be empowered to achieve your full potential and make a meaningful impact in your community.
What We Offer
- Competitive benefits package including health insurance and retirement savings plans, six paid holidays, and PTO (paid time off)
- Ongoing education and training opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career
- Access to a comprehensive network of mentors and peers for guidance and support
- State-of-the-art equipment and supplies to ensure the highest quality patient care
- A stable and secure work environment with opportunities for growth and advancement
About Our Office
Dental Care of Eagleridge is a unique and dynamic dental practice serving our local community. With a strong commitment to patient care and satisfaction, we're dedicated to providing a supportive and inclusive environment for our team members.
Minimum Qualifications
- Current dental hygienist license in Florida (and other states as required) and an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in dental hygiene (where required)
- Excellent working knowledge of dentistry, dental hygiene procedures, dental patient screening, and medical history documentation
- CPR Certification
Preferred Experience
- 2 years of clinical experience
- Experience using Velscope, Diagnodent, digital scanner, digital x-rays, and electronic medical record systems
- Desire to continue learning and growing your clinical skills to meet the needs of patients and provide preventative care and overall maintenance of patients' dental health
- Clinical needs as required by the office
Physical Requirements
- Ability to perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position
- Prolonged periods sitting and standing
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds at times
- Availability to attend virtual training sessions periodically throughout the year
- Tuberculosis (TB) test required for all new hires in dental office positions (not applicable in FL & TN)
