Dental Hygienist

The Dental Hygienist will play a central role in the practice's preventive care program. This individual will provide preventive dental care, perform oral health assessments, capture digital images, and educate patients on maintaining their oral health between visits, working closely with the dentist and a full support team to deliver a smooth, high-quality patient experience. The ideal candidate is a skilled, personable clinician who communicates clearly and genuinely enjoys helping patients understand and improve their oral health. Full-time and part-time schedules are available.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide preventive dental care, including thorough cleanings and the removal of plaque and calculus. Perform oral health assessments, including review of medical history and dental charting. Capture and review digital X-rays to support the dentist's diagnosis and treatment planning. Apply dental sealants and administer fluoride treatments Perform coronal polishing. Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and provide personalized home-care instructions. Communicate clinical findings to the dentist and support recommended treatment. Work alongside hygiene assistants in an assisted hygiene model, as applicable. Maintain accurate, up-to-date patient records and documentation. Follow all infection control and sterilization protocols

CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES/SKILLS SOUGHT

Comfortable with sealants, fluoride treatments, digital X-rays, and coronal polishing Strong patient education and communication skills

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Active Nebraska Dental Hygienist license (required)

Graduate of an accredited Dental Hygiene program

Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour

License/Certification:

• Massachusetts Refrigeration Technician License (Required)
• EPA 608 Universal Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person