Registered Dental Hygienist Job at Thrive Dental Studio

Thrive Dental Studio Portland, ME 04101

We are looking for a Rock Star Dental Hygienist who enjoys working in a RELAXED atmosphere and being supported in our BEAUTIFUL STATE OF THE ART office.

GREAT PAY WITH FREQUENT BONUSES, PAID CE, MATCHING 401K, HEALTH AND SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE, PERSONALIZED FIGS SCRUBS, MULTIPLE TEAM RETREATS (E.G. DISNEY WORLD/LAND, LAS VEGAS ETC), OFFICE SNACKS AND OTHER FRINGE BENEFITS TOO NUMEROUS TO MENTION HERE.

Clinical skills are of course important, but we are hiring for ATTITUDE. Candidate must be friendly, personable and place high value on appearance.

We donate a portion of every new patient exam to wildlife conservation and someone who enjoys the outdoors is a plus! (https://maineogt.org/strategic-partners/)

Responsibilities

  • Ensure patients feel as comfortable as possible before their examination
  • Sterilize dental instruments properly
  • Conduct initial mouth screenings and check oral health history
  • Identify conditions like gingivitis, caries or periodontitis
  • Clean and help protect patients’ teeth (e.g. remove plaque or apply fluoride)
  • Educate patients of all ages on proper teeth care (by demonstrating, for example, good brushing techniques)
  • Give instructions to patients after operations or other dental procedures
  • Take X-rays or dental impressions
  • Assist dentists with selecting appropriate treatments for various diseases (including oral cancer)
  • Maintain documentation and charts on each patient
  • Monitor supplies

Skills

  • Proven experience as Dental Hygienist or similar role
  • In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations in this profession (e.g. HIPAA)
  • Experience in preparing and maintaining dental equipment
  • Outstanding communication skills
  • A PATIENT AND FRIENDLY PERSONALITY A MUST!
  • Attention to detail
  • Stamina to meet the physical demands of the job
  • Diploma in Dental Hygiene
  • Valid license to practice

Benefit Conditions:

  • Waiting period may apply
  • Only full-time employees eligible

Clinical Setting:

  • General Dentistry

Typical end time:

  • 4PM / 6PM

Typical start time:

  • 8AM / 10AM

Work Remotely

  • No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

  • Bonus pay
  • Signing bonus

Education:

  • Associate (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • Registered Dental Hygienist (Required)
  • Maine RDH license (Required)

Work Location: One location




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