Dental Hygienist

SALT Dental Partners•Washington, DC

178d•Onsite

About The Position

Dental Hygienist (Part-Time) – Capital Kids Dentistry | Washington, DC $2,000 Sign-On Bonus | Join a Fun, Supportive Pediatric Dental Team! Are you a passionate Dental Hygienist who loves working with children and wants to be part of a positive, team-oriented practice? At Capital Kids Dentistry, we're looking for an enthusiastic hygienist to help us create exceptional dental experiences for our young patients and their families. At Capital Kids Dentistry, we believe great patient care starts with a great team. We foster a collaborative, supportive environment where every team member is valued and empowered to grow professionally.

Requirements

One (1) or more years of practical experience as a dental hygienist.
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
License (pending or active) issued by the State Board.
Completion of a CODA-accredited dental hygienist program.
Experience with medical imaging techniques, such as intraoral and extraoral x-rays.
Desire and ability to learn new skills and be a team player.
Commitment to being punctual and reporting to work on time.
Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and the desire for professional growth.
Be organized and possess a superior knowledge of dentistry and dental terminology.

Nice To Haves

Passionate about patient care and education
Friendly, energetic, and team-oriented
Comfortable working with pediatric patients and families
Committed to delivering high-quality clinical care

Responsibilities

Greet and engage patients with respect and a smile.
Perform dental hygiene procedures as planned by the dentist, while ensuring patient comfort.
Educate your patients on the importance of dental hygiene, assist the dentist, and communicate the dentist’s treatment plan options.
Maintain a clean, sterile, and patient-centric working environment.
Maintain strict compliance with State, Federal, and other regulations, (e.g, OSHA, WC, Dental Board, HIPAA, ADA, DOL, Employee Handbook).