What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Hygienist position at Dental Care Alliance?
Overview
4 day workweek & NO Saturdays required!
Long Wharf Dental is looking for a standout, Dental Hygienist for our office located in New Haven, CT 06511. This is a full-time position working Tues & Wed (7:15-5:45), Thurs (8:15-6:45) and Every other Fri (8:30-4:30). And the big plus - No Saturdays required.
We offer a competitive salary, great benefits, PTO days, paid holidays, monthly bonus opportunities, 1 hour appointments, and opportunities for free CE credits.
We take great pride in our state of the art facility, and are currently utilizing Biolase lasers and Itero scanners and have plans for more new technology in the future. So if you're looking for a fun and rewarding career, you have come to the right place. We offer employment opportunities that promote professional, personal, and financial growth. We work extremely hard to provide our employees with continuous professional development and a supportive work environment.
The hygienist we hire must have an active Hygiene license for the state of Connecticut.
We have been working diligently to ensure all our patients and staff feel safe and protected while in our office. We have all the proper PPE for the staff and are CDC COVID-19 compliant.
Responsibilities
Essential Responsibilities
- Through the delivery of periodontal therapies and other hygiene-related services, Dental Hygienists are committed to improving the oral health of patients. Candidates must be enthusiastic about their dental work, and willing to provide the highest level of care at all times
- Under limited supervision, the Dental Hygienist provides oral hygiene dental treatment and oral hygiene care and education in accordance with guidelines approved, issued, and regulated by the state in which they work.
- Patient screening, medical history and dental charting.
- Application of fluoride and protective sealants. Removal of calculus, stain and plaque from above and below the gum line.
- Provides nutritional counseling, and self-care programs to prevent disease.
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Active Hygiene license for the state of Connecticut
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Additional benefits for full-time employees:
- Medical
- Dental services
- Life insurance
- Vision
- 401k to name a few
At DCA we don’t just accept differences — we celebrate them and recognize the value this brings to our patients and employees. DCA is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Equal opportunity and consideration are afforded to all qualified applicants and employees. We won't unlawfully discriminate on the basis of gender identity or expression, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, physical or mental disability, Veteran status, sexual orientation, and any other category protected by law.
The DCA team is best characterized by the relationships we have with our patients and each other. We embrace collaboration which is necessary to innovate in today’s changing world of dentistry . Our culture encourages participation, diversity of thought, innovation, and strong execution.Go further with an Ally
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