Graduation from an accredited School of Dental Hygiene
Possession of a valid Colorado dental hygienist license
Current CPR Certification
Previous dental hygienist experience preferred, but not required
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
Responsibilities
Provide professional dental hygiene care in a team-based model
Support patients and families in self-management and behavior change
Perform clinical procedures related to dental hygiene
Conduct oral assessments and preventive care in local schools
Utilize state-of-the-art dental technology in treatments
Engage in continuous learning and professional development
Benefits
Comprehensive medical PPO plan with low premiums
Dental plan with employee discounts at all facilities
Up to 21 paid vacation days and 10 paid holidays per year
Defined Contribution Pension Plan with monthly employer contribution
403b retirement savings plan with pre-tax or Roth options
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Financial reimbursement for continuing education and student loan repayment potential
Full Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for an amazing, enthusiastic Dental Hygienist to join our family.
Our hygienists work in a team-based care model that supports patients and their families in self-management, self-efficacy, and behavior change partnerships to provide the highest standard of dental care. They perform most clinical procedures related to professional dental hygiene care.
What we offer:
Medical PPO Plan (Similar to ACA Exchange Platinum Benefit Coverage Levels)
Low employee premiums, especially given rich benefits
$25 Primary Care Physician and Specialist Co-pays (in-network)
Low deductibles and co-insurance
Free provider visits and services at all Salud facilities
Preferred prescription pricing at Salud pharmacies
Dental PPO plan
Includes Employee Discounts at All Salud Dental Facilities
Vision
Up to 21 paid vacation days per year
10 paid Holidays per year (includes 2 Floating Holidays and paid Birthday)
Up to 8 paid accrued Sick Days per year
Defined Contribution Pension Plan. Salud contributes 5% of your compensation each month (no matching employee contribution is required...you receive the contribution no matter what). Employees who have worked at least 1,000 hours within a 12-month period are eligible.
403b Retirement savings plan. You can contribute pre-tax or after-tax (Roth) towards your retirement savings.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Basic Life and AD&D
Supplemental Life and AD&D
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Financial and time-off reimbursement for continuing medical education
Student loan repayment potential - HPSA score 20
Work schedule:
5 days per week, Monday to Friday
8 am to 4:30 pm
40 hrs. per week
Want to take a long vacation? No problem! Salud offers:
21 paid vacation days per year
10 Paid Holidays per year (includes 2 Floating Holidays and paid Birthday)
8 Paid accrued Sick Days per year
We care for your whole family! Employees working more than 30 hrs/week and their qualified dependentsare eligible for full benefits, including health care, dental care, and significantly reduced cost prescription medications.
Planning for retirement? Salud will contribute 5% of your base salary each month to a pension plan (must work at least 1000 hrs. within 12 months to qualify).
Everyone likes to feel well-supported! Our support team of dedicated hygienists is there for you with reliable coaching and mentorship every step of the way.
40 hours per week - 5-day work week. No nights or weekends!
Tired of doing accelerated hygiene or trying to cram one more patient into an already packed schedule? We schedule based on our patients' needs! Hygiene appointments are typically one hour, with an option for 90-minute appointments as needed.
Save your wrists, back, and neck! Our unique Medical Dental Integration program allows you to step away from chairside hygiene treatment and instead perform preventive dental services in a medical setting for up to half of your day, each day.
Love working with children? This role allows you to provide oral assessments and preventive care in local schools that need our help the most!
You'll have access to state-of-the-art technology, including digital X-rays, diode lasers, Cavitrons, intra-oral scanners, CBCT machines, integrated electronic medical dental records, and voice-activated perio charting.
Attention all "life-long learners"!! Continuous learning opportunities that advance your skills and confidence are supported by up to a $2,000 annual CE benefit and five paid CE days (prorated based on FTE status), as well as an optional diode laser use training and certification.
SALUD fully covers the cost of obtaining and renewing a Colorado Dental Hygienist License.
SALUD will provide comprehensive malpractice coverage for all employed Dental Hygienists.
SALUD will pay for one professional society membership annually of the employee's choice.
Starting Annual Salary:
$86,000 to $99,000
Relocation potential up to $5,000
Qualifications
Education:
Graduation from an accredited School of Dental Hygiene
Experience:
Previous Dental Hygienist experience desired, but not required
Licensure/Certification:
Possession of a valid, current license as a registered dental hygienist in the State of Colorado
Maintain current CPR Certification
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
The application window is anticipated to close by 11/30/26
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