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Peninsula Family Dentistry

Dental Hygienist Job at Peninsula Family Dentistry in Newport News

Peninsula Family Dentistry, Newport News, VA, US

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Dental Hygienist Job Summary

Peninsula Family Dentistry is a small but growing practice in Newport News, Virginia. We have an immediate opening for an experienced Dental Hygienist. You will perform examinations and extensive cleanings, take x-rays when necessary, and administer fluoride treatments. At the end of each cleaning, you will provide our patients with instructions on effective brushing and flossing techniques. You must have a current state license. We pride ourselves in providing excellent care to all of our patients.

Dental Hygienist Duties and Responsibilities

* Gather patient information and health background
* Take x-rays when necessary
* Prepare the work area for procedures
* Clean and polish patients’ teeth and gums
* Educate patients on good oral hygiene habits
* Update patient records
* Sterilizing dental instruments and equipment
* Restock treatment areas

Dental Hygienist Requirements and Qualifications

* Associate degree or bachelor's degree in dental hygiene from an accredited program
* Current state license and x-ray certification
* Excellent understanding of dental hygiene procedures
* Knowledge of aseptic and sterilization techniques
* Excellent communication skills

We offer sixty minute hygiene appointments. Benefits include health insurance, paid vacation and 401k.
We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $50.00 - $56.00 per hour

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Paid time off



License/Certification:
* Registered Dental Hygienist license (Required)

Work Location: In person In Summary: Dental Hygienist will perform examinations and extensive cleanings, take x-rays when necessary, and administer fluoride treatments . At the end of each cleaning, you will provide our patients with instructions on effective brushing and flossing techniques . You must have a current state license and x-ray certification . En Español: Resumen del trabajo de higienista dentalPeninsula Family Dentistry es una pequeña pero creciente práctica en Newport News, Virginia. Tenemos una apertura inmediata para un Higiénico Dental experimentado. Realizará exámenes y limpiezas extensas, tomará radiografías cuando sea necesario y administrará tratamientos con fluoruro. Al final de cada limpieza, proporcionará a nuestros pacientes instrucciones sobre hábitos efectivos de cepillado y endodoncia. Debe tener una licencia estatal actual. Nos enorgullecemos de proporcionar excelentes cuidados a todos nuestros pacientes. Los beneficios incluyen seguro de salud, vacaciones remuneradas y 401k.Esperamos escucharle!Tipo de trabajo: A tiempo completo, Part-timePago: $50.00 - $56.00 por horaBeneficios:* 401 (((k) * 401 ((k)) compatibilidad* Seguro médico* Cuenta de ahorro sanitario* Tiempo pagado offLicencia/Certificación:* Licencia de higienista dental registrada (necesaria) Localización del trabajo: en persona.