What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Hygiene Professional position at Gentle Dental Care of North Myrtle Beach?
Dental Hygiene Career Opportunity
The Gentle Dental Care of North Myrtle Beach team is seeking a skilled Dental Hygienist to join our supportive environment, providing high-quality patient care and promoting oral health.
This role offers opportunities for professional growth through mentorship, continuing education, and clinical excellence. Ideal candidates hold a current dental hygienist license and possess a passion for patient advocacy and preventative care.
About the Role:
- As a Dental Hygienist, you will be recognized as an elite clinical provider and patient advocate, delivering exceptional lifetime care to patients.
- You will be an integral member of the patient care team, giving your patients the time and care they need, deserve, and desire.
Key Responsibilities:
- Providing thorough patient screenings, medical history documentation, and dental hygiene procedures.
- Utilizing advanced technology, including Velscope, Diagnodent, digital scanner, digital x-rays, and electronic medical record systems.
- Maintaining accurate records and communicating effectively with patients and healthcare professionals.
Requirements:
- Current dental hygienist license in South Carolina and an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in dental hygiene (where required).
- Excellent working knowledge of dentistry, dental hygiene procedures, and patient screening.
- CPR Certification and ability to perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
Benefits:
- Competitive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement savings plans, six paid holidays, and PTO (paid time off).
- Continuing education opportunities to enhance clinical skills and provide exceptional patient care.
- A supportive environment with mentorship, networking opportunities, and access to best-in-class resources.
About Us:
Gentle Dental Care of NMB is a well-established, positive, and upbeat team that values teamwork and communication. We are part of Heartland Dental, the largest and fastest-growing Dental Support Organization, supporting over 2,300 doctors across 38 states.
We are committed to living our core values, which promote diversity and inclusion, providing equal opportunities in employment. If you are a motivated and compassionate individual with a passion for delivering exceptional patient care, we encourage you to explore this exciting opportunity.
