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Dental Hygienist (Concord/Lexington) - FT

Bedi Dental Group, Lexington, MA, United States


Compensation & Benefits
$48.00 - $55.00 Hourly

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.

Short and Long-term disability.

401(k) with company match.

Paid time off (PTO) and Holidays.

Location:

290 Baker Avenue, Suite 103, Concord, MA 01742 / 35 Bedford Street, Suite 20, Lexington, MA 02420

About The Role
Bedi Dental Group is seeking a highly-skilled and motivated Dental Hygienist to join our established practice. Our ideal candidates accept a high level of responsibility and work with Dentists to create treatment plans that improve patient care. Duties include cleaning teeth, taking X-rays, examining oral health, applying preventative agents, and maintaining patient records.

We welcome Hygienists who are excellent communicators, organized, and can build strong relationships with both patients and co‑workers.

Key Responsibilities

Provide hygiene treatment to patients.

Review daily schedule with the patient care coordinator for hygiene patients.

Review patient health and dental history forms and update as necessary.

Perform scaling, root planning, and selective polishing for patients as appropriate.

Polish restorations.

Take radiographs of patients as prescribed by the dentist.

Gather and review patient charts for the day.

Maintain a supply inventory for hygiene treatments.

Maintain treatment room cleanliness and sterilization per OSHA regulations.

Apply cavity‑preventative agents, such as fluorides and sealants.

Accurately and appropriately record provided treatments.

Teach proper oral hygiene techniques to patients.

Counsel patients on oral health and nutrition.

Qualifications

State licensure to practice Dental Hygiene, and meet all applicable state requirements.

Completed at least 2 years of post‑secondary education from an accredited dental hygiene program.

Experience with Dental Assistance specific to Periodontics.

Experience providing prophylaxis and taking X-rays.

Strong interpersonal skills to maintain effective rapport with patients, dentists, and coworkers.

Strong computer skills (dental software).

Open Dental knowledge is a plus.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Leading with compassion and a commitment to the full patient care experience.

The Bedi Dental Group Experience
We’re a family of 8 offices in the Greater Boston area, with an additional office in Colchester, Vermont. Our mission is to help patients live healthier, happier lives by leading with compassion, providing proactive patient care, and working with the integrity of our providers.

Exceptional Success: Our offices have established themselves as leaders in the field, providing exceptional dental care and transforming smiles.

Collaborative Environment: We foster a collaborative and supportive environment where teamwork is at the heart of everything.

State‑of‑the‑Art Facility: Our offices are equipped with the latest technologies and advanced equipment, enabling us to provide cutting‑edge treatments and exceptional patient experiences.

Diverse Patient Base: Our practice attracts a diverse range of patients, from complex implant cases to cosmetic and reconstructive treatments.

Work‑Life Balance: We understand the importance of maintaining a healthy work‑life balance and prioritize flexibility and competitive compensation packages.

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