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Burrell Behavioral Health

Dental Hygienist

Burrell Behavioral Health, Bowling Green, Missouri, United States, 63334

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Job Title Dental Hygienist

Location Bowing Green, MO

Department Clarity Healthcare - Dental Services

Employment Type Full-time

Shift Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

Job Summary Are you a passionate and dedicated Dental Hygienist looking to make a positive impact in the lives of individuals seeking exceptional dental care? Join our team at Clarity Healthcare as a Dental Hygienist! As a Dental Hygienist, you'll provide professional dental care, including comprehensive oral health education and all related clinical procedures. Our ideal candidate is passionate about preventative dentistry, skilled in oral hygiene techniques, and committed to delivering compassionate care with patience and understanding.

Position Perks & Benefits

29 Days of PTO

Competitive Pay

Eligibility for HRSA Loan Repayment

Employee benefits package - health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

Competitive 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan – up to 5% match for Part-Time and Full-Time employees

Company-paid basic life insurance

Emergency Medical Leave Program

Flexible Spending Accounts – healthcare and dependent child-care

Health & Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Discount Program

Mileage Reimbursement (when applicable)

Key Responsibilities

Inspire Oral Health Excellence: Perform professional cleanings, including oral prophylaxis, while educating patients on brushing, flossing, and nutrition for lifelong oral health.

Be a Smile Advocate: Apply topical fluorides, place sealants, and screen for cavities, periodontal disease, oral cancer, and medical history concerns.

Showcase Your Precision: Conduct radiographs, perform supra- and subgingival scaling, root planing, and provide comprehensive care for acute periodontal conditions.

Enhance Advanced Care: Assist with periodontal surgical techniques and administer local anesthetics (if qualified), ensuring optimal patient outcomes.

Lead Oral Health Assessments: Record thorough and accurate medical histories to support individualized care plans.

Promote Preventive Care: Deliver therapeutic treatments while empowering patients to take charge of their dental health.

Ensure Seamless Documentation: Maintain detailed, timely, and accurate patient records to uphold clinical excellence.

Support Team Growth: Train and mentor dental assistants, fostering a skilled and collaborative team environment.

Make a Community Impact: Participate in dental prevention and education initiatives that promote oral health awareness.

Embrace Adaptability: Take on additional tasks as needed, contributing to a positive and innovative clinical setting.

Education and/or Experience Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited School of Dental Hygiene.

Licensed as a Registered Dental Hygienist in the state of practice.

Current CPR certification.

Previous experience is desired but not required.

Willingness to become licensed in additional states as needed.

Comfortable providing telehealth services to clients.

Required License/Certification

Registered Dental Hygienist License in the state of practice.

Additional Qualifications

Knowledge of all phases of dental hygiene, including the use of equipment, instruments, and materials.

Ability to educate patients on preventative dentistry practices.

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to establish effective working relationships with patients and staff.

Paid time off:

full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life

Employee benefits package:

full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

Top-notch training:

initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive

Career mobility:

advancement opportunities/promoting from within

Welcoming, warm, supportive:

a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Preferred Family Health Care is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.

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