What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Hygienist position at Dental Care of North Fort Myers?
Dental Hygienist Role at Dental Care of North Fort Myers
As a Dental Hygienist, you will provide exceptional patient care while having access to best-in-class support and mentorship.
Your role will involve thorough patient screening and educating patients on maintaining their dental health.
You will also benefit from a balanced work schedule, competitive benefits, and opportunities for continuous education and professional growth.
About the Opportunity
- Provide outstanding patient care as an integral member of the patient care team.
- Enjoy a balanced work schedule and competitive benefits package.
- Pursue continuous education and professional growth opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
- Thorough patient screening and education on maintaining dental health.
- Work collaboratively with the patient care team to deliver exceptional care.
- Participate in continuous education and professional growth opportunities.
Requirements
- Current dental hygienist license in FL 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 Qualifications
- New Graduate or years of clinical experience.
- Experience using Velscope, Diagnodent, digital scanner, digital x-rays, and electronic medical record systems.
- Desire to continue learning and grow clinical skills to meet needs of patients and provide preventative care and overall maintenance of patients' dental health.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to perform essential duties as deemed necessary by the Office/Doctor/Heartland Dental with or without reasonable accommodation.
- 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.
About Heartland Dental
Heartland Dental is the nation's largest dental support organization, providing non-clinical administrative support services to more than 3,000 supported doctors across 39 states and the District of Columbia in over 1,800 dental offices.
