At Gentling Dental our team is the foundation of the exceptional care we provide. Serving the community for over 70 years our experienced and dedicated staff deliver high-quality fee-for-service dental care in a professional patient-focused environment.
Our team works together to provide a full range of services supported by advanced techniques and technology including direct access to our in-house Periodontist as a resource for our dental hygiene department. Personalized attention long-standing staff expertise and a commitment to excellence ensure every patient receives the highest standard of care.
Joining Gentling Dental means becoming part of a supportive professional team where your contributions are valued your skills can grow and your work makes a direct impact on patients oral health and overall experience. With a collaborative culture emphasis on professional growth and dedication to patient satisfaction team members have the tools and environment to thrive.
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Dental Hygienists play an essential role in patient education and preventative dental care while also working in partnership with our doctors. We offer a work environment which is supportive and offers the chance to learn about a variety of technologies. Team members enjoy the benefits of being surrounded by individuals who have a sincere desire to help others reach their full potential. Our Hygienists focus on building relationships with patients and having strong communication in order to deliver an exceptional patient experience. By joining our practice you will have:
Work-Life Balance
Welcome Bonus: Start strong with a $2500 sign-on bonus designed to reward your commitment from day one
Time Off: Up to 3 Weeks Collective Paid Time Off 8 Paid Holidays (PTO rolls over!)
Parental Leave: Up to 3 weeks paid
401(k) Match
Health Benefits: Medical dental vision HSA & FSA earn up to $2000/year when selecting our quality care plans
Employee Assistance Programs: Free 24/7 support for personal financial & legal issues
CE & Growth: access to Spear Education continuing education
Wellness Perks: $28/month gyms 12K on-demand workouts when selecting our quality care plans
Pet Insurance: Flexible plans 24/7 telehealth for your pet
Clinical Autonomy
Collaborative environment & Modern Office Setting
Key Responsibilities:
Perform hygiene clinical procedures including oral prophylaxis periodontal maintenance scaling and root planing sealants fluoride oral cancer screenings and x-rays
Educate patients on the importance of oral hygiene as well as instructions and demonstrations of effective oral hygiene methods
Communicate with doctor where there are opportunities in patients for restorative and/or periodontal needs
Obtain and review dental history and/or records from patient (review patient health history and care slips) and ensure health history is updated for all returning patients
Qualifications:
Degree or certificate in Dental Hygiene from an accredited program and a valid state license
X-Ray/Radiology Certification where state regulations specify
Local Anesthesia/Nitrous Oxide certification where state regulations specify
Additional Information:
We provideequal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.
Working Environment & Physical Requirements
This is a clinical working environment where potential exposure to hazardous waste and blood-borne pathogens is possible. Requires prolonged periods of standing sitting leaning and bending up to 8 hours a day. Will be required to carry transport and use tools and equipment. Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
Additional Information :
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
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