Dental Hygienist ( Pediatric Experience Preferred ) - ( Full / Part Time )

PDS Management Services, LLC • Part-time • Plattsburgh, New York State, United States • $50 - $58 / hour • 2m ago

ABOUT PDS MANAGEMENT SERVICES

We manage several growing pediatric dental and orthodontic practices that value integrity, honesty, and accountability. We are devoted to helping all children and teens achieve a lifetime of healthy smiles and ensuring they receive the highest quality of care. Using the latest techniques, our highly trained and experienced pediatric specialists provide outstanding dental and orthodontic care in a comfortable, kid-friendly setting. We offer services for fearful and anxious children as well as children with special needs.

North Country Pediatrics Dentistry:

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Dental Hygienist to join our growing team! This role offers the unique opportunity to travel between our Teaneck and Wyckoff offices, providing exceptional care to our patients. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, a passion for patient care, and a willingness to travel between both locations.

Sign-on Bonus: $1,800

This position earns $58- $64/hour plus BONUSES, depending on experience. We also offer medical insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSAs), a 401(k) plan, paid time off (PTO), Aflac, Sign-On and Referral Bonuses, and more.

Associates in Dental Hygiene

State Dental Hygienist license

Pediatric experience strongly preferred

Ability to complete documentation promptly and accurately

Ability to use sound judgment; possess a calm disposition and the ability to work easily with others

Our staff is integral to our dentistry practice. In order to hire and retain the best career-minded individuals, we offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, opportunities for career development, and a positive work environment.

Dental Hygienist Responsibilities:

Prepares patients for dental hygiene treatment by welcoming, soothing, seating, and draping patient

Completes dental prophylaxis by removing calculus and plaque from all surfaces of the teeth

Applies preventative material to teeth: sealants, fluoride

Assess oral health conditions, provide oral cancer screenings and head/neck inspections

Educate patients by giving oral hygiene and plaque control instructions and postoperative instructions, providing reminders by the time of the next dental hygiene visit. Counsel patients about good nutrition and its impacts on oral health.

Make impressions of patient's teeth for case studies

Documents dental hygiene services by recording vital signs and medical/dental histories; charting in patient records

Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations

Conserve dental resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results

Maintains professional and technical knowledge on a regular basis

Assist with front office work as needed or requested

Complies with all company policies and procedures

Job Type: Full / Part-time

Expected hours: 16 - 32 hrs per week

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