Registered Dental Hygienist

Description:

Family, Cosmetic, and Implant Dental Practice in the beautiful Bitterroot Valley, Montana seeks a full-time registered dental hygienist who is enthusiastic and compassionate about the care they provide their patients to join our team of dedicated dental professionals. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic family practice devoted to improving patient's overall experience and their health. Share our commitment and be willing to evolve with the latest advancements in dentistry and oral health maintenance.

Qualifications:

Registered Dental Hygienist licensed with the State of Montana

Licensed in delivery of local anesthesia and nitrous oxide

Current BLS and CPR certification

Duties:

Ability to work cooperatively amongst the dental team to coordinate treatment and effective communication with patients. Energetic, efficient, and professional attitude with excellent communication skills.

JOB SPECIFICS/EXPECTATIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Be a team player – be willing to go above and beyond!
• Be punctual
• Have an active Hygiene license and be in good standing within the profession
• Review the daily schedule and work with the administrative assistant for templated patient ..scheduling
• Review patient health and dental history forms and update as necessary
• Accurately chart each patient’s periodontal health
• Perform thorough and gentle prophylaxis for patients
• Perform scaling, root planing and selective polishing for patients as appropriate
• When applicable, administer local anesthetic
• Place medicaments subgingivally for periodontal disease treatment
• Educate and take radiographs of patients as prescribed by dentist
• Apply cavity-preventive agents, such as fluorides and sealants
• Communicate with patients in an understandable and professional way
• Accurately and appropriately record provided treatment
• Teach proper oral hygiene techniques to patients and counsel patients on oral health, including the role of nutrition
• Perform other tasks assigned by the dentist
• Follow OSHA regulations with regard to operatory cleanliness/disinfection, equipment operation, as well as sterilization procedures.

Wages:

• Pay: $40-$50/hour
• Health Insurance, Dental plan
• Retirement (401k)
• Paid holidays (6)
• PTO after 1 year of employment
• Opportunities for continuing education
• Uniforms/scrubs provided

Hours:

• Full time hours: Monday-Thursday, 8-4 with a 7:20am office arrival time.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person