Signing Bonus Available! Vinton Family Dental is looking for a full-time Dental Hygienist to add to our exceptional team who will make a visit to our office the most pleasant experience possible for patients, while also helping the office run efficiently. The ideal candidate will have a calm, reassuring and friendly demeanor as well as the ability to multitask in a fast-paced atmosphere. Excellent customer service and administrative skills along with fluency in current dental hygiene techniques are required. The dental hygienist should be well-organized with great attention to detail. You should be able to follow instructions and dental office regulations. This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside an outstanding, patient-focused team in a fully renovated office. Check out our website at vintonfamilydental.com to learn more about us!
Our mission: To be our patients' trusted dental care provider and oral health advisor, who is committed to providing the highest level of individualized care to each patient that we serve.
Responsibilities
- Make patients feel welcome at Vinton Family Dental
- Prepare patients for treatments or checkups, ensuring their comfort
- Select and set up instruments, equipment and materials needed
- Capturing digital x-rays
- Sterilizing instruments according to regulations
- Provide oral hygiene care instructions
- Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
- Schedule appointments
- Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures
Skills
- Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
- Understanding of health & safety regulations required by OSHA
- Good computer skills
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Attention to detail
- Well-organized and reliable
- High school diploma; licensed as a dental hygienist in the state of Iowa
- Additional certification or training is an asset
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35.00 - $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
License/Certification:
- Registered Dental Hygienist (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Vinton, IA 52349 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Vinton, IA 52349: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
