Dental Hygienist
Company: Great Expressions Dental Centers
Location: Pittsfield
Posted on: May 3, 2022
Job Description:
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Offering a $10,000 Signing Bonus!Practice is located at 5 Cheshire
Road, Suite 16 Pittsfield, MAAt Great Expressions Dental Centers,
we provide you the flexibility to get you back to the career you
love. Our Pittsfield Practice has option(s) available for
Registered Dental Hygienists, where you can achieve a work balance
that works for you and your family. The Pittsfield practice is
seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist. Reach out today to learn
more! Our total rewards offer you more fulfilling way to
practice:
Competitive hourly pay and bonus
potential Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401k retirement
plan Paid holidays and vacation time Accident coverage Hospital
indemnity coverage Life insurance Short- and long-term disability
plans ID theft protection Tuition reimbursement Company-paid
uniforms Pet insuranceJoin a neighborhood dental center backed by a
national network of support.We're searching for a Registered Dental
Hygienist who wants to join a truly patient-centric dental group
and support the treatment philosophy which states "disease dictates
treatment". In this highly collaborative position, you will play a
vital role in the success of your practice, ensuring patients are
comfortable throughout their visit and receiving the very best oral
health care possible. At Great Expressions, you'll feel like you're
a part of a local, neighborhood practice while enjoying all of the
support of a stable, national network. Whether you need outside
expertise on a tough case or your practice needs equipment repairs,
help is always just a single phone call away. Our production model
offers you nearly limitless earning potential.At Great Expressions,
you'll enjoy a competitive base salary as well as incentive
compensation based off of a percentage of production instead of
collections, meaning you'll enjoy nearly uncapped earning potential
driven entirely by your work ethic. We empower you to deliver the
care your patients need and we reward you for your dedication and
commitment to hygiene excellence. Our patients rely on us to
improve their oral health and we deliver it - one smile at a
time.Founded in 1982, Great Expressions Dental Centers has
consistently ranked among the nation's leading dental groups,
providing oral health care services, dental education, and setting
new standards for clinical excellence and patient satisfaction. And
we do all of this while keeping a healthy smile affordable and
convenient in a world of tight budgets and busy schedules. Join our
team and help us continue to provide high quality, patient-focused
dental care to our communities. Your safety and wellbeing matter.To
maintain the health of our team members and patients throughout the
COVID-19 pandemic, we have implemented a number of safety measures
throughout our practices, including additional sanitation,
providing personal protective equipment, and maintaining social
distancing whenever possible. Our goal is to make sure you feel as
safe as possible at work, so you can focus on providing exceptional
patient care. COVID-19: Great Expressions and all supported dental
offices comply with all local, state and federal regulations.
Employment is contingent upon an individual's continued compliance
with regulations and Great Expressions' policy, including COVID-19
vaccination or testing. Depending on the state regulations, a
Dental Hygienist:
Performs oral healthcare and risk
assessments which include but not limited to:
- Evaluates a patient's current health
status including all medicationsPerforms an extraoral and intraoral
examination and oral cancer screeningCompletes a comprehensive
dental and periodontal charting that includes a detailed
description and evaluation of the gingiva and periodontium
- Develops a dental hygiene diagnosis based on the oral health
findings
- Exposes, processes, and interprets dental radiographs
(x-rays)Removes biofilm plaque and calculus (soft and hard
deposits) from teeth both coronal and apical to (above and below)
the gingival margin (gumline) using dental instrumentsApplies
caries-preventive agents such as fluorides and sealants to the
teethDiscusses the progress being made toward isolating evidence
that notes the potential association between systemic and oral
health and diseaseProvides patient education on biofilm plaque
control and home care protocol by incorporating techniques and
products that will become part of an individualized self- care oral
hygiene programCounsels and coordinates tobacco cessation
programsEducates patients on the importance of good nutrition for
maintaining optimal oral healthEnsures that the patient knows why
they need continuing care and that they have a follow up
appointment that is set by the office Your qualifications:
- Degree or certificate in Dental Hygiene from an accredited
program and a valid state license
- X-Ray/Radiology Certification where state regulations specify,
otherwise preferred
- Dental Assisting Certification required where state regulations
specify
- Past experience as a medical assistant, dental assistant, or in
a customer-focused role desired
Keywords: Great Expressions Dental Centers, Pittsfield , Dental Hygienist, Healthcare , Pittsfield, Massachusetts
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