Registered Dental Hygienist-$5,000 Sign-On

Kids Smiles • Full-time • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States • $50 - $55 / hour • 3m ago

Purpose and Scope

As a community based practice looking to ensure all children have the ability to receive dental care regardless of any reason, the Dental Hygienist will use preventive, educational and therapeutic methods for controlling oral diseases to help individual patients and groups achieve and maintain oral health. They will work under the supervision of Kids Smiles Dentists, including the Clinical Director. The position is Monday through Thursday 8:45am to 5:15pm. The $5,000 Sign-On Bonus will be paid out in 2 increments. First half will be paid out after 30 days and the remaining half after completing 90 days.

Job Responsibilities

Educates and counsels children and adults on dental health, plaque control, oral hygiene and nutrition and the relationship between oral health and chronic disease;
Removes deposits and stains from teeth by scaling and root planning;
Assists in the preventive and control of dental caries and gum disease;
Selects and uses appropriate fluoride treatments;
Exposes and processes dental x-rays;
Places sealants on patient's teeth for preventive care;
Dental hygienists work under the supervision of a dentist.

Required Experiences and Skills

Graduated from an accredited Dental Hygiene program (state licensure is mandatory).
1+ years experience as a Dental Hygienist.
Ability to provide professional information and educational services to patients.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Able to perform precise and detailed work.

Location/Travel

As Kids Smiles has a strong team atmosphere, it is expected that at times when one office is short staffed, team members will make themselves available to cover shifts in the other clinics.

Highlighted benefits for being a Team member

Loan Repayment Opportunities
Excellent earning potential with annual increases and potential bonuses
Health and Dental Plan
On the job training opportunities
Paid holidays and vacation
Community volunteering opportunities
Conveniently located to public transportation, bus lines and regional rail lines

Pay: $50.00 - $55.00 per hour

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