About this opportunity
Archway Dental lists this Dental Hygienist opportunity in windsor locks, Connecticut. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Description
At All Smiles of Connecticut , an office within Archway Dental Partners, our mission is to provide quality dental and personal care to all our patients in a relaxed and comfortable environment in which patients feel welcomed, accepted, secure, and confident in the care that they are receiving. We believe that satisfying all of our patients' needs is our most important goal. We employ dentists in the specialties of general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, endodontics, periodontics, oral surgery and prosthodontics. Our network of high-standard professionals provides exceptional care to our patients throughout Connecticut!
Currently, we are looking for a full-time Dental Hygienist to join our family. Candidate should have a strong work-ethic and be a team player. Recent graduates are welcomed!
Specific job responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Perform dental hygiene services and procedures, including dental prophylaxis, scaling and root planning, application of fluoride and sealants
Detect disease by completing oral cancer screening; feeling and visually examining gums, using probes to locate periodontal disease and to assess levels of recession
Selection of materials and equipment for dental hygiene visit by evaluating patient’s oral health
Educate patients by giving oral hygiene and plaque control instructions and postoperative instructions
Document dental hygiene services by recording vital signs, medical and dental histories, and charting in patient charts
Sterilization of equipment
Take x-rays as necessary and as recommended by the ADA
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Requirements
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proven ability to follow outlined policies and guidelines
Possess a professional and positive attitude
Associate’s degree from an accredited dental hygiene program
Valid license to practice in Connecticut (Registered Dental Hygienist, RDH)
Available to work within current office hours, specific shifts to be determined:
Available to work the following hours
Monday - 8AM - 5PM
Tuesday - 8AM - 5PM
Wednesday - 9AM - 6PM
Thursday - 9AM - 6PM
Preferred Qualities
Dental office experience
Dentrix Ascend software experience
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Worksite address
windsor locks, CT, 06096, US
Who can apply
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