What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Hygienist position at Meridian Dental?
About the Job
We are seeking a highly skilled Dental Hygienist to join our team at Meridian Dental in Peyton, CO.
This is an amazing opportunity to work in a beautiful, new building with all the bells and whistles, making coming to work a dream.
As a Dental Hygienist, you will be recognized as an elite clinical provider and patient advocate, giving your patients the time and care they need, deserve, and desire.
What You'll Gain
- Competitive benefits including health insurance and retirement savings plans, six paid holidays, and PTO (paid time off)
- Continuing education to provide opportunities for development and enhancement of your clinical skills
- Access to an expansive network of mentors with 1:1 hygiene mentorship support and networking opportunities
- Unparalleled business support and the highest quality supplies and labs to deliver exceptional patient care
- Opportunity to be part of a secure company with 20 years of industry-leading experience, providing a stable career with unlimited growth potential
About Our Office
Meridian Dental, like each Heartland Dental supported office, is unique to the community and the patients it serves.
Our office is located north of Colorado Springs in the Falcon/Peyton area and features a 13-person team that thrives on collaboration, communication, and community.
Requirements
- Current dental hygienist license in CO 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
- 1 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 the 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
