Dental Hygienist
Dental Excellence
- Washougal, WA
- $50.00-56.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Signing bonus
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discounts
- Health insurance
- Hiring Bonus $500*
- 401k + 3% match
- Competitive Compensation
- Uniform credit $150
- Yearly continued education compensation
- Hands-on training
- Fun place to work with a supportive team
- PTO/Sick time
- Free snacks and unlimited lattes
- Employee Discounts on products/Zoom teeth whitening
- Healthcare/Vision Benefits package
- Fridays off
- Supportive team
- Welcome patients into the treatment area and make them feel comfortable
- Discuss the dental care plan with patients and answer any questions they have
- Take vital signs and accurately record medical histories
- Perform preliminary exams and collect oral health histories
- Evaluate patients for signs of gum disease, cavities, and infection
- Remove plaque/calculus, polish and apply fluoride treatments
- Teach good oral hygiene techniques
- Take x-rays
- Assist dentist during exams
- Adhere to all health and safety regulations and office policies
- Open Dental software proficient
- Associate’s Degree from a school certified by the Commission on Dental Accreditation, Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Current Dental Hygienist licensure
- At least 1-2 years of experience in dental hygiene
- Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations and all dentistry safety guidelines
- Current Basic Life Support/CPR certification is preferred
- Strong computer and data entry skills
- Excellent communication and customer service skills