We are looking for a Dental Hygienist at our VA Smiles Stafford, 385 Garrisonville Road, Suite #108, Stafford, Virginia 22554 to join our strong clinical team by providing a high level of patient care and satisfaction while operating in a team-based environment. This person will handle a variety of clinical duties for dental office operations including cleaning teeth and examining oral areas, head, and neck for signs of oral disease. They also may educate patients on oral hygiene, take x-rays, or apply fluoride or sealants. All aspects of the job require an exceptional level of customer service and communication skills.
Hourly Rate : $50.00/hour
Average Patients per hour : 1
Schedule : Mon-Wed 8-5, Friday 8-3
Experience:
2 years of hands-on experience X-Ray required Responsibilities
Through the delivery of periodontal therapies and other hygiene-related services, Dental Hygienists are committed to improving the oral health of patients. Candidates must be enthusiastic about their dental work and willing to provide the highest level of care at all times. Under limited supervision, the Dental Hygienist provides oral hygiene dental treatment and oral hygiene care and education in accordance with guidelines approved, issued, and regulated by the state in which they work. Patient screening, medical history, and dental charting. Application of fluoride and protective sealants. Removal of calculus, stain, and plaque from above and below the gum line. Provides nutritional counseling and self-care programs to prevent disease. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications
Desired Skills: Active Hygiene license for the state you applied, required. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Additional benefits for full-time employees: Medical Dental services Life insurance Vision 401k to name a few. At DCA we don’t just accept differences — we celebrate them and recognize the value this brings to our patients and employees. DCA is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Equal opportunity and consideration are afforded to all qualified applicants and employees. We won’t unlawfully discriminate on the basis of gender identity or expression, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, physical or mental disability, Veteran status, sexual orientation, and any other category protected by law. The DCA team is best characterized by the relationships we have with our patients and each other. We embrace collaboration which is necessary to innovate in today’s changing world of dentistry. Our culture encourages participation, diversity of thought, innovation, and strong execution. Interested in working at DCA?
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2 years of hands-on experience X-Ray required Responsibilities
Through the delivery of periodontal therapies and other hygiene-related services, Dental Hygienists are committed to improving the oral health of patients. Candidates must be enthusiastic about their dental work and willing to provide the highest level of care at all times. Under limited supervision, the Dental Hygienist provides oral hygiene dental treatment and oral hygiene care and education in accordance with guidelines approved, issued, and regulated by the state in which they work. Patient screening, medical history, and dental charting. Application of fluoride and protective sealants. Removal of calculus, stain, and plaque from above and below the gum line. Provides nutritional counseling and self-care programs to prevent disease. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications
Desired Skills: Active Hygiene license for the state you applied, required. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Additional benefits for full-time employees: Medical Dental services Life insurance Vision 401k to name a few. At DCA we don’t just accept differences — we celebrate them and recognize the value this brings to our patients and employees. DCA is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Equal opportunity and consideration are afforded to all qualified applicants and employees. We won’t unlawfully discriminate on the basis of gender identity or expression, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, physical or mental disability, Veteran status, sexual orientation, and any other category protected by law. The DCA team is best characterized by the relationships we have with our patients and each other. We embrace collaboration which is necessary to innovate in today’s changing world of dentistry. Our culture encourages participation, diversity of thought, innovation, and strong execution. Interested in working at DCA?
View all our job openings or submit your resume and be the first to know when the perfect opportunity comes along.
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