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EMPLOYERS

5 Reasons You’re Not Getting Applicants on Your Dental Job Ads

“Job post despair.” We see it over and over again. Day 1: You agonize for 45 minutes over the perfect job posting.  Then, DONE, click…posted.  Day 2: Crickets. Nothing. Day […]

Laura Sandino
Laura Sandino

Posted September 26, 2023

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EMPLOYERSJOB SEEKING

Strengthening the Dental Team: Building Trust in the Dental Office

In a dental office, trust is everything. Seriously! It’s like the secret sauce that makes the whole team work together like a well-oiled machine. We’re talking precision, expertise, and compassionate […]

Tina Clarke, RDH
Tina Clarke, RDH

Posted September 21, 2023

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EMPLOYERSJOB SEEKING

How Are Your Professional Growth Resolutions Going?

Can you believe we are already 9 months into 2023? We’ve had three quarters of the year to hold ourselves accountable to our New Year’s Resolutions, so how have yours […]

Allie Morgan, RDH
Allie Morgan, RDH

Posted September 15, 2023

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EMPLOYERS

What Are Dental Candidates Looking For In A Job Ad?

Still looking for that “rockstar” dental employee? It’s no secret that hiring has gotten hard. In the most recent salary survey from DentalPost, more than 30% of employees reported actively looking […]

Amanda Hill, RDH
Amanda Hill, RDH

Posted September 13, 2023

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JOB SEEKING

Use the STAR Method to Shine in a Dental Job Interview

You’re sitting in the waiting room of your dream dental office, clutching your resume like it’s the golden ticket to the Willy Wonka factory. You’ve practiced your elevator pitch, studied […]

Amanda Hill, RDH
Amanda Hill, RDH

Posted August 29, 2023

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JOB SEEKING

Practicing In A New State Is About To Get A Whole Lot Easier

Moving to another state may become easier for dental health care providers. Especially if you are moving to a state part of the Dental and Dental Hygienist Compact Agreement. Over […]

Tina Clarke, RDH
Tina Clarke, RDH

Posted August 22, 2023

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JOB SEEKING

Losing Your Dental Mojo? How To Reignite Your Passion for Dentistry.

Dentistry feels like it’s at a tipping point as dental offices continue to struggle with balancing patient demands against ongoing staffing shortages. Appointments are being shortened to accommodate overflowing schedules, […]

Amanda Hill, RDH
Amanda Hill, RDH

Posted August 11, 2023

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JOB SEEKING

How to Master 3 Popular Interview Questions

Stepping into the world of dental professionals is a journey paved with hard work, dedication, and a passion for enhancing oral health and smiles. As you embark on this path, […]

Allie Morgan, RDH
Allie Morgan, RDH

Posted August 03, 2023

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EMPLOYERS

3 Steps to Successfully Compete For Dental Candidates

DentalPost is exploring the cyclical trends in dentistry recently revealed by the 2023 Dental Salary Survey that saw input from over 15,000 dental professionals nationwide. It’s a tough world for […]

Laura Sandino
Laura Sandino

Posted July 24, 2023

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JOB SEEKING

Classroom to Clinic: Tips for Starting Your Dental Hygiene Career

Graduation is over, and the celebrations have started to wind down. You’ve received your board certification and constructed an impressive resume that you’ve used to apply to multiple job openings. […]

Allie Morgan, RDH
Allie Morgan, RDH

Posted July 14, 2023

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JOB SEEKING

Unlocking Success with a Dental Hygiene Mentor

Congratulations, new dental hygiene grad – you did it! You finished school and are ready to embark on an exciting career as a dental professional. As you step into the […]

Kimberly Augustus, RDH
Kimberly Augustus, RDH

Posted July 06, 2023