Registered Dental Hygienist

Description

Imagine a workplace where the moment you walk in you feel valued, supported, and excited for the day ahead. Welcome to Rivertown Dental, a modern, privately and locally owned dental practice on a mission to change the landscape of dentistry. We believe a positive culture is the foundation of success. Our world-class culture isn’t just something we talk about - it’s something we live. 

Every day at Rivertown Dental is a new opportunity to make an impact. The day begins bright and early at 7:20am, and the first task is preparing the operatory, ensuring every detail is in place to provide top-tier patient care. Taking the time to review the day’s schedule, assess patient needs, and input of any other details needed. Around 7:40 am, the whole team gathers for a morning huddle, where collaboration and support take place. It’s a time to connect, discuss potential roadblocks for the day, and ensure every team member is set up for success. 

Each appointment is unique whether it is a prophy, periodontal maintenance, gingivitis therapy or a new patient exam. Every interaction is built on honesty and trust. From conducting through periodontal assessments to capturing x-rays and documenting recommended treatment, the goal is to always deliver personalized exceptional care. 

Throughout the day, teamwork is everything at Rivertown. Everyone jumps in to support one another, whether it’s assisting in sterilization, helping turn over rooms, or words of encouragement. You’ll always feel supported. 

One of the most rewarding aspects of being a hygienist at Rivertown is seeing the impact we make on our patient’s health and confidence. We care for the oral health of our patients , we build confidence, create lasting relationships, and help people take control of their mouth. 

We don’t just work together - we grow together. The culture here is unique, vibrant, and built on mutual respect. We take our expectations seriously, but we also know how to create an environment that is healthy, balanced, and fun. 

This is more than a workplace, it’s a place where we all THRIVE! 

Responsibilities and Duties (including but not limited to):

• Prepares the treatment room for the patient by adhering to prescribed procedures and protocols.
• Prepares the patient for dental hygiene treatment by welcoming, soothing, seating, and draping the patient.
• Presents treatment to patients 
• Provides information to patients and employees by answering questions and requests.
• Maintains instrumentation for dental hygiene treatment by sharpening, sterilizing, and selecting instruments.
• Selects materials and equipment for dental hygiene visit by evaluating patient’s oral health.
• Completes dental prophylaxis by cleaning deposits and stains from teeth and from beneath gum margins.
• Detects disease by completing oral cancer screening; feeling and visually examining gums, using probes to locate periodontal disease and to assess levels of bone loss, attachment loss & recession, exposing radiographic series and necessary intraoral imaging.
• Arrests dental decay by applying fluorides and other cavity- preventing agents.
• Cleans and polishes removable appliances.
• Removes cement from crowns and bridges if needed.
• Administers local anesthetic agents.
• Helps the team manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drugs and oxygen supply, directory of emergency numbers and adhering to the RTD Emergency SOP & Safety Plan.
• Educates patients by giving oral hygiene and plaque control instructions, postoperative instructionst.
• Documents dental hygiene services by recording vital signs, medical & dental histories and documenting in patient records.
• Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
• Ensures operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements, following manufacturer’s instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, and calling for repairs, maintaining equipment inventories, and evaluating new equipment and techniques.
• Monitors dental hygiene supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level and anticipates needed supplies. 
• Conserves dental resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Embraces opportunities for learning and professional growth & development through continued education & training.
• Assignments and/or tasks as requested and agreed upon for the betterment of RTD utilizing individual time & talents.

We offer:

• Amazing self-care incentives & reimbursement
• Flexible Scheduling
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• 401K (with matching opportunities)
• Paid Vacation Pay & Holiday Pay
• Paid CE & Team CE- No need to worry about extra CE
• HIPAA, OSHA & CPR Training on site
• Referral Program
• Employee, Spouse, and Child Life Insurance
• Education Assistance
• Uniforms Provided & Laundered in Office
• A privately owned, group practice that is growing in the Coulee Region with advancement opportunities

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in Dental Hygiene required
• Valid Dental Hygiene Wisconsin licensure required
• Nitrous and anesthetic certification, completed or will complete
• Currently wears or discuss starting to wear loupes is preferred
• Experience with EMR (electronic medical records) and medical terminology is required