Competitive Wage, Negotiated per experience and credentials (average $42.00-$50.00+/hourly wage)Benefits:- Referral Bonus, help us discover excellent employees!
- Assistance toward student loan repayment
- Paid CE Opportunities/Continuing Education
- Health, Vision & Life Insurance
- 401K with Employer Match
- Paid Time Off/PTO
- Profit Sharing
- Paid Uniform Allowance
- Paid Holidays
- Happy Birthday Gift card!
- FREE Dental Care for YOU (Plus your spouse, children, immediate family!)
- Verizon/AT&T monthly cell phone Discount
- CPR Certification FREE
- Aflac options
- Growth Potential within the company
Hours/Shift: Full-Time OR Part-Time (Mondays to Thursdays, 8am-5pm) and Fridays (8am-2pm).
The Role:We are seeking skilled and compassionate Dental Hygienists to join our team at Star City Dental, Lincoln, NE. In this vital role, you will be responsible for oral hygiene cleanings with dental treatments and providing oral health education to our patients. You will utilize your knowledge and expertise to help examine patients' teeth and gums, X-rays, and fluoride treatments. Your primary goal will be to help patients achieve and maintain excellent oral health while assisting the dentist and dental team!
Responsibilities:- Conduct thorough oral examinations of patients' teeth and gums to identify any oral health issues
- Clean and polish patients' teeth to remove plaque and calculus, focusing on areas that are difficult to reach during regular brushing
- Take and develop dental X-rays to assist in diagnosing dental conditions and determine the appropriate treatment plans
- Apply sealants, fluoride, and other preventive treatments to protect patients' teeth
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and provide personalized recommendations for maintaining optimal dental health
- Identify and educate patients on periodontal disease risk factors, and develop customized treatment plans.
- Maintain accurate patient records and treatment notes
- Stay up-to-date with advances in dental hygiene techniques and tools through continuous education and professional development
Required Skills and Qualifications- Valid Dental Hygienist license in the state of Nebraska
- Graduate of an accredited dental hygiene program
- Driven attitude to succeed!
- Excellent knowledge of dental hygiene procedures, tools, and equipment
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to perform thorough oral examinations
- Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills to build rapport with patients
- Ability to work well within a team and collaborate with other dental professionals
- Passion for providing exceptional patient care and promoting oral health
Compensation $42 - $50 per hour
