Dental Hygienist Jobs
A Dental Hygienist plays a pivotal role in the dental industry. They are primarily responsible for cleaning patients' teeth, examining patients for signs of oral diseases such as gingivitis, and providing other preventive dental care. They also educate patients on ways to improve and maintain good oral health. They often work closely with dentists and dental assistants to provide comprehensive oral care. Important skills for a Dental Hygienist include dexterity, interpersonal skills, physical stamina, and attention to detail. They should also have the ability to use specialized dental software and tools.
Before becoming a Dental Hygienist, one could have roles such as Dental Assistant and Dental Laboratory Technician. These roles provide a foundational understanding of dental care and the operation of a dental office. Dental Hygienists are required to have an associate degree in dental hygiene. Every state in the U.S. also requires dental hygienists to be licensed; requirements vary by state but usually involve completing an accredited dental hygiene program, passing written and clinical examinations, and completing a period of supervised clinical practice. Some Dental Hygienists may also choose to pursue a bachelor's or master's degree in dental hygiene, which can offer opportunities for roles in research, teaching, or corporate sales.
If youre a Registered Dental Hygienist who views your career in Dentistry as more of a calling than a job, we would love to meet you....
- Advantage Dental Oral Health Center
- Gold Beach, OR
- 5 hours ago
- Advantage Dental Oral Health Center
- Gold Beach, OR
- 5 hours ago
We will be adding a Dental Hygienist that shares our passion for patient care and education....
- Great Expressions Dental Centers
- Decatur, GA
- 21 hours ago
- Great Expressions Dental Centers
- Decatur, GA
- 21 hours ago
Other details Job Family: Registered Dental Hygienist Job Function: Clinical Services - Hygienists Pay Type: Hourly...
Dental Hygienist - Billings, MT
- The Dentist Agent
- Billings, MT
- 23 hours ago
- The Dentist Agent
- Billings, MT
- 23 hours ago
A well-established, busy dental practice located in Billings, MT is seeking a full-time dental hygienist. We're a fun team that loves our patients and you will too!...
Hourly rate up to $60 per hour plus an uncapped bonus plan $2,500 sign on bonus At Gentle Dental, we value our teammate’s smile as much as our patient’s smile. Our vision is to provide...
BCC Smiles is a general dentistry office seeking a Full Time Registered Dental Hygienist to join our amazing dental staff!...
Dental Hygienist - Sellwood (Portland, OR)
- The Dentist Agent
- Portland, OR
- 23 hours ago
- The Dentist Agent
- Portland, OR
- 23 hours ago
A well-established, busy dental practice located in the Sellwood neighborhood of Portland, Oregon is seeking a full-time dental hygienist (4 days a week)....
- Gentle Dental
- Rocklin, CA
- 23 hours ago
- Gentle Dental
- Rocklin, CA
- 23 hours ago
At Blue Oak, we value our teammate’s smile as much as our patient’s smile. We're been serving our community for over 30 years and have an incredible long term loyal following of patients who...
Dental Hygienist - New Grads Welcome!
- Gentle Dental
- Keizer, OR
- 23 hours ago
- Gentle Dental
- Keizer, OR
- 23 hours ago
$7,500 sign on bonus This position offers up to $50,000 in non-taxed tuition forgiveness as an approved site in the NHSC program. Gentle Dental is the only dental care provider in the state of...
$2,500 sign on bonus This position offers up to $50,000 in non-taxed tuition forgiveness as an approved site in the NHSC program. Gentle Dental is the only dental care provider in the state of...
- MILL PLAIN DENTAL CENTER
- Vancouver, WA
- 23 hours ago
- MILL PLAIN DENTAL CENTER
- Vancouver, WA
- 23 hours ago
Job Description: Perform dental prophylaxis and fluoride treatments Assist chairside during dental procedures Conduct oral hygiene instruction for patients Great work ethic, positivity and willingness...
Davis Dentistry has an exciting opportunity to add multiple dental hygienists to our practice....
Brand new practice - Dentists of Palm Bay is looking for a Dental Hygienist to join our team!...
Who We Are: Loganville Family Dental is an established and thriving practice, dedicated to delivering exceptional care to our local and surrounding communities for over 30 years. As we continue to...
- East Grand Forks Dental Care
- East Grand Forks, MN
- 2 days ago
- East Grand Forks Dental Care
- East Grand Forks, MN
- 2 days ago
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Dental Hygienist to join our team....
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The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Dental Hygienist position
- Dentrix
- Chairside Assisting
- Dental Prophylaxis
- General Dentistry
- Periodontics
- Fluoride Treatments
- Sealants
- Nitrous Oxide
- Digital X-Rays
- Sealant Placement
- Oral Hygiene Instruction
- Local Anesthesia
- Dental Hygiene
- Oral Cancer Screening
- Dental Charting
- Prophylaxis
- Alginate Impressions
- Periodontal Therapy
- VELscope
- DIAGNOdent
- Digital Charting
- Arestin
- Periodontal Charting
- Prophy
- Periodontal Maintenance
- N2O
- iTero Scanning
- Cavitron
- Open Dental
- Dental Radiography
- Debridement
- Scaling & Root Planing
- Preventive Care
- Anesthesia
- X-Rays
- Clinical Operations
- Infection Control
- Sterilization
- Charting
- Patient Care
- Business Intelligence
- Basic Life Support
- Reimbursement
- Health Care
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Documentation
- Collaboration
- Employee Development
- Interpersonal Skills
- Coaching
- Regulations
- Teamwork
- Staff Supervision
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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