Hygienist

We’re searching for a dental hygienist to join our practice to assist the dentist and other team members with a variety of procedures.

Pediatric Hygienist Duties & Responsibilities :

• Counseling and calming patients during examinations and treatments.
• Screening patients, which includes a mouth and neck examination as well as a review of their oral health history.
• Patient education on the correct tooth and gum care, as well as the impact of diet on oral health.
• Perform dental radiograph procedures.
• Sterilizing dental devices and equipment.
• Plaque removal, tooth cleaning, and gum disease prevention.
• Assisting the dentist in all aspects of dental care.
• Being up-to-date with the most recent advancements in dentistry.
• Gathering patients’ medical and dental histories.
• Produce thorough documentation of procedure in dental records.

Pediatric Hygienist Requirements :

Degree in dental hygiene from a recognized university.

Pennsylvania hygiene license or pending license.

Up-to-date CPR certification.

Up to date Hepatitis B vaccination.

The ability to perform radiographic procedures.

Ability to accurately and effectively communicate (verbal, written, and interpersonal).

Comfortable doing a wide range of computer tasks.

Being well-versed in the areas of oral hygiene and dental wellness.

Compensation :

$40-$42 per hour + Production bonus.

Continuing education reimbursement after 90 days.

Flexible scheduling.

401k with Employer match after 1 year.

Paid time off

Benefits are available for full-time staff after 90 days.

Full-time status begins at 28 hours per week.

We are willing to employ and train a candidate prior to receiving license notification. Candidates would be employed as a hygiene assistant prior to receipt of license.

Pediatric Hygienist at Dentistry for Kids in Monroeville, PA

Job Types : Full-time, Part-time

Salary : $40.00 - $42.00 per hour

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Schedule :

Monday to Friday

Ability to commute / relocate :

Monroeville, PA 15146 : Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License / Certification :

Dental License (Preferred)

Work Location : In person