Dental Hygienist

Full Time
Prattville, AL 36066
Posted
Job description

Full-Time Dental Hygienist - New Grads Welcome!

  • StoneCreek Dental Care
  • 711 Kornegay Dr, Prattville, AL 36066
  • Hours: Monday - Thursday 7:15-5:00, some Fridays per year

We're looking for an exceptional, Hygienist to join our team. Join a family-like atmosphere that is team-oriented and where you are valued and benefited for your talents and hard work!

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Dentist, the Dental Hygienist will help with providing preventative dental care to patients. Successful candidates are compassionate, empathetic and respectful when interacting with patients regarding dental concerns, and work tirelessly to create an uplifting, comfortable treatment environment. StoneCreek Dental Care nurtures a practice culture conducive to exceptional care, and we believe our hygienists are the driving force in developing meaningful relationships with our patients.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Including but not limited to):

· Prepare a treatment room for the patient

· Prepare the patient for dental hygiene treatment

· Educate patients on plaque control techniques, , periodontal disease, oral cancer and other oral hygiene topics

· Maintain instrumentation for dental hygiene treatments

· Select materials and equipment for a dental hygiene visit by evaluating the patient’s oral health

· Complete dental prophylaxis

· Assist in detecting disease by completing oral exams through visual inspection, radiograph interpretation and using a probe to locate periodontal disease

· Assist in screening for oral cancer

· Expose and develop radiographs

· Arrest dental decay by applying fluorides and other cavity-preventing agents

· Assist the dentist with dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification and seeking continuing education and training

· Educate patients by providing oral hygiene and plaque control instructions

· Document dental hygiene services and maintain patient health records

· Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols

· Ensure proper operation of dental equipment

· Maintain dental supply inventories

· Compliance with HIPAA rules and regulations

· Other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Experience

· Graduate of an accredited dental hygiene program with current license to practice

· Experience working in a highly-active dental practice

· Ability to maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations

· Focused on providing comprehensive, quality treatment

· Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality

· Excellent communication skills

· Detail-oriented

· Fulfill job duties completely and professionally

· Organizational skills

· Energetic, positive attitude

· Maintain focus and professionalism with patients and team members at all times

Physical Demands

· The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

· Stooping, turning, bending, squatting, kneeling and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds; constant/repetitive standing; requires normal, correctable vision and hearing, and the ability to accurately discern color as necessary to perform job functions.

Work Environment

· Normal clinic working environment. Employee has some occupational exposure to blood or body fluids while performing their job duties

Understanding of Job Essentials

· I acknowledge that I have read and fully understand the above requirements, which are part of my job responsibilities as a Dental Hygienist. I also certify that I am able to perform these duties. I understand that the practice has the right to amend or revise, as necessary, the job description for this position.

· I understand that all pre-employment screening activities are conducted in compliance with federal and state employment laws. Background checks may be completed during the post-offer stage of the employment process in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act requirements.

· I also fully understand the content of this job description, will have the opportunity to ask questions regarding this job description, and will have the job duties and responsibilities, requisites, and physical demands and working conditions explained to me. I am capable of performing the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation. If I need accommodation, I will ask the hiring manager for it.

If you are seeking a stable career in a modern office with an exceptional culture, competitive pay, and great benefits, please apply ASAP as we are currently scheduling interviews.

* Benefits (waiting periods apply):

  • Free Scrubs
  • 10 days Paid Time Off
  • 7 Paid Holidays
  • Free Dental Insurance
  • Free Employee Assistance Program
  • Free $25k Employee Life Insurance Policy
  • Medical Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Short Term Disability
  • Long Term Disability
  • Voluntary Accident Insurance
  • Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance
  • Voluntary Life and ADD for you, your spouse and Children Employer Paid Life & ADD
  • Matching 401k *

To Apply, please:

- Answer all screening questions on Indeed

- Submit updated resume

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • Day shift

COVID-19 considerations:
We comply with all local, state, and federal Covid guidelines

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Huntsville, AL 35806: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

  • Registered Dental Hygienist (Preferred)
  • Dental License (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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