Dental Hygienist Job in Shelton, WA 98584
(Job ID: 407055)

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Shelton Dental Excellence is in search of a ROCKSTAR registered dental hygienist to join the team! New grads welcome to apply! We are a fun dental office with a family feel and a great atmosphere. We believe in work life balance. Our office is open 4 days with NO weekends/evenings. We offer great benefits with very competitive pay. We look forward to hearing from you! $2000 Sign On Bonus (half payable on first paycheck, and second half after six months of employment) Responsibilities Provide superior patient care and service; exhibit outstanding customer service and hospitality as well as chair side manner. Take radiographs of patients using standard dental radiographic equipment Stay on schedule as much as possible to create no patient wait time; help manage patient flow; maintain time flexibility for patient; be present, engaged, ready to work at all assigned shift times. Educate patient on oral hygiene, health, disease as well as procedures and services; establish/communicate continued care. Applying preventive materials to the teeth such as fluorides and sealants Verify patient health history and document appropriately in patients chart. Maintain patient confidentiality through HIPAA compliance Perform the following duties as applicable by practice and/or state laws: Screen for Oral Cancer Take and record patients’ blood pressure accurately Take alginate impressions and fabricate whitening trays Maintain accurate and legible notes in patients chart Assist with other office duties as requested or needed Qualifications Valid Dental Hygienist License Minimum of an Associate’s degree in Dental Hygiene Certification for other duties as required by state practice act Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA and Infection Control training as required by law Excellent verbal and written communication skills Versed in Eaglesoft Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment Knowledge of all company policies and rules