Registered Dental Hygienist

Enable Dental•Kent, WA

39d•$65 - $75•Hybrid

About The Position

This is for Part Time - 2 days a week; $2500 SIGN ON BONUS Join Enable Dental, a progressive and compassionate organization dedicated to enhancing patient care through innovative dental practices. As a Registered Dental Hygienist, you will be an integral part of our dental team, providing top-notch services to our patients while cultivating a positive and supportive atmosphere. Your expertise will help us promote oral health and create lasting relationships with our patients. This position offers a flexible schedule, allowing you to balance work and personal commitments while earning a competitive salary that reflects your skills and experience. In addition to a supportive work environment, you will benefit from ongoing professional development opportunities and a collaborative team culture encouraging innovation and excellence. Enable Dental: Our Mission At Enable Dental, we strive to revolutionize the patient experience through tailored care and cutting-edge technology. Our team of skilled dental professionals is committed to delivering exceptional dental services in a welcoming atmosphere. We believe in creating a friendly, inclusive culture where every team member's contributions are valued, and opportunities for growth are abundant. Join us to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and community! What it's like to be a Registered Dental Hygienist at Enable Dental As a Registered Dental Hygienist, you will engage in a responsive and dynamic role, providing vital dental care, including thorough cleanings, patient education, and periodontal assessments. Your ability to educate and motivate patients about maintaining their oral health will play a crucial role in promoting preventive care and establishing trust. Along with providing high-quality care, you will document patient interactions, maintain detailed dental records, and collaborate with other dental professionals to develop tailored treatment plans. Your commitment to staying updated on dental best practices will contribute to our culture of learning and improvement.

Requirements

Valid Registered Dental Hygienist license.
Clean driving record and a valid driver's license.
Strong communication skills.
Proficiency in using dental hygiene instruments and technologies, such as ultrasonic scalers and digital radiography.
Familiarity with dental software for managing patient records.
A proactive mindset and the ability to work collaboratively with the team.
CPR/BLS Certification.
Expanded Functions: Restorative Care: Placing, carving, contouring, and finishing amalgam and composite restorations into a cavity prepared by a dentist.
Expanded Functions: Anesthesia: Administering local anesthetics (including infiltration and block techniques) and nitrous oxide analgesia.
Expanded Functions: Final Impressions: Taking final impressions for the fabrication of permanent restorations, such as crowns and bridges.

Responsibilities

Providing vital dental care, including thorough cleanings, patient education, and periodontal assessments.
Educating and motivating patients about maintaining their oral health.
Documenting patient interactions.
Maintaining detailed dental records.
Collaborating with other dental professionals to develop tailored treatment plans.
Coronal polishing, fluoride treatments, sealants, and oral health instructions (under General Supervision).
Placing/carving direct restorations and taking final impressions (under Close Supervision).