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.
Responsibilities What You’ll Do: Deliver top-notch patient care and provide an unforgettable experience Perform dental cleanings, SRPs, and oral cancer screenings....
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....
As a member of the hygiene department, you will work with dental hygienists and hygiene assistants and report to our doctors....
- Gentle Dental
- Bellingham, WA
- 20 hours ago
- Gentle Dental
- Bellingham, WA
- 20 hours ago
$5,000 Sign on Bonus Pay range up to $75 per hour At Gentle Dental, we value our teammate’s smile as much as our patient’s smile. Our vision is to provide exceptional, lifelong, integrated oral...
Dental Hygienist - Part Time Flexible Schedule
- Gentle Dental
- Surprise, AZ
- 20 hours ago
- Gentle Dental
- Surprise, AZ
- 20 hours ago
Hourly rate between $50 - $60 per hour plus an uncapped bonus plan We value our teammate’s smile as much as our patient’s smile. Our vision is to provide exceptional, lifelong, integrated oral...
Dental Hygienist - Friday and Saturday Schedule
- Gentle Dental
- Las Vegas, NV
- 20 hours ago
- Gentle Dental
- Las Vegas, NV
- 20 hours ago
Hourly rate up to $62 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...
- Great Expressions Dental Centers
- Auburn, MA
- 20 hours ago
- Great Expressions Dental Centers
- Auburn, MA
- 20 hours ago
What you'll do We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) to join our team....
dental team Current CPR/BLS will be required prior to your first day of work Must be comfortable with technology, we are a nearly paperless office Enhancements: Proficiency with the clinical side of Dentrix...
- Advantage Dental Oral Health Center
- Hermiston, OR
- 1 day ago
- Advantage Dental Oral Health Center
- Hermiston, OR
- 1 day ago
We will be adding a Dental Hygienist that shares our passion for patient care and education....
Dental Hygienist - Part Time Schedule
- Gentle Dental
- Phoenix, AZ
- 1 day ago
- Gentle Dental
- Phoenix, AZ
- 1 day ago
At Gentle Dental, we value our teammate’s smile as much as our patient’s smile. Our vision is to provide exceptional, lifelong, integrated oral healthcare services. We enhance the quality of our...
oral hygiene Take digital x-rays and perform oral cancer screenings Chart periodontal conditions and assist with treatment planning Job Requirements: Registered Dental Hygienist with experience in periodontics...
Dental Hygienist - Signing Bonus
- Gentle Dental
- Carlsbad, CA
- 1 day ago
- Gentle Dental
- Carlsbad, CA
- 1 day ago
Hygienist License required Accredited Hygiene Technical School or College Current applicable State Dental License (or the ability to acquire one by time of employment) Other licenses/certifications...
Dental Hygienist - Signing Bonus and Tuition Forgiveness
- Gentle Dental
- Keizer, OR
- 1 day ago
- Gentle Dental
- Keizer, OR
- 1 day 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...
Dental Hygienist - $7,500 Signing Bonus - Tuition Forgiveness
- Gentle Dental
- Sheridan, OR
- 1 day ago
- Gentle Dental
- Sheridan, OR
- 1 day ago
$7,500 signing bonus Pay range between $55 - $65 per hour 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...
- Eric George DMD & Associates
- Coventry, RI
- 1 day ago
- Eric George DMD & Associates
- Coventry, RI
- 1 day ago
Our multi specialty dental practice is seeking a FT Registered Dental Hygienist. Benefits include, vacaton, 401k, health & dental insurance and paid time off for holidays....
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The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Dental Hygienist position
- Chairside Assisting
- Dental Prophylaxis
- Periodontics
- Fluoride Treatments
- Sealants
- Nitrous Oxide
- Digital X-Rays
- Dentrix
- Sealant Placement
- Oral Hygiene Instruction
- Dental Hygiene
- Oral Cancer Screening
- Patterson EagleSoft
- Dexis
- Dental Charting
- Periodontal Therapy
- Alginate Impressions
- Prophylaxis
- Dental Impressions
- VELscope
- DIAGNOdent
- Arestin
- Periodontal Charting
- Prophy
- Soft Tissue Management
- Periodontal Maintenance
- N2O
- Cavitron
- Local Anesthesia
- Open Dental
- Debridement
- Scaling & Root Planing
- Preventive Care
- Anesthesia
- X-Rays
- Treatment Planning
- Clinical Operations
- Sterilization
- Charting
- Infection Control
- Patient Care
- Basic Life Support
- HIPAA
- Reimbursement
- Health Care
- Referrals
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Employee Development
- Mentoring
- Interpersonal Skills
- Collaboration
- Coaching
- Documentation
- Regulations
- Teamwork
- Organization
- Scheduling
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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