Dental Hygienist

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InterDent Service Corporation

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Puyallup, Washington

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Dental Hygienist will perform comprehensive hygiene procedures, including scaling, root planing, and periodontal assessments. They will also educate patients on oral health, develop personalized treatment plans, and maintain accurate clinical documentation.

Qualifications

You have a degree or certification in Dental Hygiene from an accredited institution and possess a valid state dental hygiene license. You are skilled in performing comprehensive hygiene procedures, patient assessments, and educating patients on oral health. Additionally, you hold required certifications such as CPR, and are comfortable taking digital radiographs and assisting in treatment planning.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Scaling and root planing

Gingivitis scaling

Prophylaxis

Periodontal assessments

Caries risk assessments

Digital radiographs

CPR

Local Anesthesia

Nitrous Oxide Sedation

Laser Certification

Job Description

Competitive hourly base pay up to $75 per hour with uncapped bonus potential.

Total compensation includes base pay, uncapped bonus, signing bonus, medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, 401k with company match, and additional pre-tax savings plan.

Location:

Gentle Dental North Meridian
1002 N. Meridian Street
Suite 104A
Puyallup, WA 98371, USA

We are seeking an enthusiastic and outgoing Dental Hygienist to join our dental practice. The ideal candidate is a personable professional who is passionate about dental health and enjoys building strong relationships with patients. This role involves performing dental hygiene procedures, educating patients on best oral hygiene practices and products, and practicing proactively.

Responsibilities Include:

Patient Care: Conduct thorough hygiene procedures to include: scaling and root planing, gingivitis scaling, and prophylaxis.

Assessment: Perform comprehensive periodontal assessments, medical history assessments, and caries risk assessments.

Patient Education: Educate patients on hygiene treatments needed based on medical and periodontal assessments.

X-Rays: Take digital radiographs as necessary for patient diagnosis.

Treatment Planning: Assist in developing personalized AAP and ADA based treatment plans per patient need, based on assessments and dentist recommendations.

Collaboration: Work closely with dentists and other dental professionals to ensure coordinated patient care.

Patient Interaction: Engage patients in a friendly, reassuring manner, while addressing any concerns or questions they may have.

Documentation: Maintain accurate patient records and documentation of treatment plans and completed procedures.

Infection Control: Adhere strictly to infection control protocols and maintain a clean and sterile working environment.

Requirements:

Education: Degree or certification in Dental Hygiene from an accredited institution.

License: Valid state dental hygiene license.

Other licenses/certifications: CPR, Local Anesthesia, Nitrous Oxide Sedation, Laser Certification (where required).

Benefits:

- Competitive base salary

- Opportunity for monthly bonus compensation

- Continuing Education

- Paid Life Insurance

- Paid Malpractice

- Pre-tax Savings Plan

- 401K with company match

- Medical Insurance

- PTO Accrual

- Positive and supportive work environment

- Direct contribution to improving patients' oral health and overall well-being

To comply with Washington State’s pay transparency laws (RCW 49.58.110), this job posting includes a designated email address for the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries to send any notices of noncompliance: Recruiting@InterDent.com

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InterDent Service Corporation

InterDent is a dental service organization with over 150 affiliated dental offices serving over one million patients each year. Gentle Dental, its principal brand, provides high-quality comprehensive care including general dentistry, orthodontics, periodontics, endodontics, pedodontics, prosthodontics, and oral surgery. Headquartered in Inglewood California and Vancouver Washington, InterDent has practices in 8 western States under the brands Gentle Dental, Smile Keepers Dental, and Dedicated Dental. Gentle Dental offers a multi-tiered professional career path for its affiliated practitioners. The company operates a Clinical Leadership Board (CLB) responsible for providing clinical support and guidance to ensure and continuously improve the high quality of dental care provided in the Gentle Dental Affiliated Practices and assists in the continued development of Gentle Dental Affiliated practitioners Gentle Dental is committed to providing patients with: • Respect and compassion • Open communication • High-quality and affordable dental care • Comfortable offices and treatments • Convenience in location, scheduling, and financing
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