Dental Hygienist - Full-Time; Mon thru Thurs (Colchester, VT)
About The Position
Bedi Dental Group is seeking a skilled, motivated Dental Hygienist to join its established Colchester practice. The hygienist provides patient hygiene care and works with dentists on treatment planning and patient care. Duties include cleaning teeth, taking radiographs, examining oral health, applying preventive agents, and maintaining patient records. The role calls for strong communication and organizational skills and the ability to build positive relationships with patients and coworkers. The practice describes a collaborative environment, a state-of-the-art facility with advanced dental equipment, a diverse patient base, and a focus on work-life balance. The position is full-time, Monday through Thursday, in Colchester, Vermont. Compensation is $50.00–$63.00 per hour.
Requirements
- State licensure to practice dental hygiene and compliance with applicable state requirements.
- At least two years of post-secondary education in an accredited dental hygiene program.
- Experience with dental assistance specific to periodontics.
- Experience providing prophylaxis and taking X-rays.
- Strong interpersonal skills to maintain effective rapport with patients, dentists, and coworkers.
- Strong computer skills; applicants should list specific dental software previously used.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for communicating with patients and staff.
- Compassion and commitment to the full patient care experience.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of Open Dental.
Responsibilities
- Provide hygiene treatment to patients.
- Review the daily hygiene schedule with the patient care coordinator.
- Review patients’ health and dental history forms and update them as needed.
- Perform scaling, root planing, and selective polishing as appropriate.
- Polish restorations.
- Take patient radiographs as prescribed by the dentist.
- Gather and review patient charts for the day.
- Maintain an inventory of supplies for hygiene treatments.
- Keep the treatment room clean and sterilized in accordance with OSHA regulations.
- Apply cavity-preventative agents such as fluoride and sealants.
- Accurately record treatments provided.
- Teach patients proper oral hygiene techniques.
- Counsel patients on oral health and nutrition.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Flexible work-life balance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
