Dental Hygienist $3k Sign On Bonus

Grand Dental • Full-time • Franklin Park, IL, US • $55 - $60 / hour • 3m ago

Grand Dental is seeking a patient-centric Dental Hygienist who understands the value of a full hour of scheduled patient care per appointment. The perspective hire knows the value of relationship building, patient education, and a thorough dental visit with a friendly and professional team. New graduates are welcome!

Who are we?

Grand Dental – is part of the Grand Dental Group, which is a family of twelve beautiful, state-of-the-art dental offices and a Central Business Office. We are owned and operated by practicing dentists and offer general and specialty dental care for everyone. One Community, One Patient, One Smile at a Time.

Our Culture:

At Grand Dental, we understand that our team-members are our greatest strength, and we work to empower and elevate them with the support and resources they need to reach their highest potential. We offer a generous benefit package and career growth opportunities in a fun, team-driven, respectful work environment.

DENTAL HYGIENIST

SUMMARY

Embrace “Fish Philosophy”: Make Their Day, Play, Be There, Choose Your Attitude, Commit It, Be It, Coach It.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Dental Hygienist provides patient Care and Basic Dental Hygiene Prophylactic Care
Carefully review patient health and dental history forms and update as necessary
Blood pressure and oral cancer screening
Exposure of necessary digital radiographs
Utilize intra oral camera for patient education
Chart decay, disease diagnosis and treatment
Visually examine & palpate for signs of disease (intra and extra orally), and perform TMJ exam
Periodontal examination and documentation of gingival description,
Perform thorough and gentle prophylaxis
Apply cavity-preventative agents such as fluorides and sealants
Remove calculus, plaque, and stain
Administer local anesthetic agents, if certified
OHI with self-care tools
Educate patients on good oral health, nutrition, proper hygiene, and oral disease
Discuss the etiology of oral disease, contributing factors, and relationship to systemic disease (i.e. heart disease, pregnancy, diabetes, etc.)
Educate and advise patients with educational reading materials
Perform other tasks assigned by the dentist, hygiene director and team leader