Dental Hygienist

POSITION SUMMARY

The Dental Hygienist at Secure Dental is a key member of the team, working closely with our dentists to ensure a dynamic and memorable patient experience. This role is responsible for the delivery of exceptional dental care through conducting initial patient screenings, cleaning teeth, and educating patients on oral health and preventative care. The Dental Hygienist is the patient’s advocate throughout their dental experience, providing meaningful patient feedback with compassion.

ABOUT SECURE DENTAL

We are Secure Dental, a practice focused on providing advanced dental services with state of the art equipment and we are growing by the day. Our mission is to transform our patients' lifestyle through personalized and remarkable dental care.  We are accountable and disciplined in our pursuit to see every team member reach their personal, professional, and financial goals through the work we do together.  Our core values are the backbone of our business and guide our hiring process:  we are aligned, productive, transparent, and results oriented.

OBJECTIVES

Record treatment information in the patient’s chart, including treatment rendered, the treatment plan, and schedule next appointment
Record evaluation of periodontal conditions, occlusal relations and extent of prophylaxis on dental chart to ensure a complete diagnosis and proper treatment plan by the dentist
Clean calcareous deposits, accretions, and stains from teeth and beneath margins of gums using dental instruments
Examine gums using probes to locate periodontal recessed gums and signs of gum disease
Identify conditions like gingivitis, caries or periodontitis
Guide patients through their dental work process
Ensure patients are well educated on their dental plan including homecare plan
Maintain dental instruments, supplies and equipment inventory, and other ancillary duties
Attend and participate in internal meetings and complete required training 
Performs other related duties as assigned by management

COMPETENCIES

Accountable and coachable to learn the Secure Dental way of delivering dental care
Knowledge of dental practices
Strong computer skills and knowledge of MS Office
Ability to use Cavitron
Strong patient service along with the ability to develop excellent patient relationships
Ability to communicate and work with all team members across multiple levels
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to maintain state requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Associate Degree in Dental Hygiene
RDH Stat License
X-ray Certification 
CPR & First Aid Certification 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to spend prolonged periods of time sitting at a desk using a computer
Hand-eye coordination; hand, arm, and finger mobility for detailed work with objects
Ability to sit, walk, stand, squat, bend, stoop, and reach
Ability to see as close range

BENEFITS

Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Opportunity for Incentive Compensation
Leadership Autonomy 
Work Life Balance with Fixed hours
Professional Training & Development Opportunities

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

As an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting the needs of a multigenerational and multicultural workforce, Secure Dental recognizes that a diverse staff, reflective of our community, is an integral and welcome part of a successful and ethical business.  We hire local talent at all levels regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or disability and actively foster inclusion in all forms both within our company and across interactions with clients, candidates, and partners.