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Norwalkdentalassociates

Dental Hygienist

Norwalkdentalassociates, Fairfield, Connecticut, us, 06828

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Dental Associates of CT , an office within Dental Associates of Connecticut, our mission is to provide quality dental and personal care to all our patients in a relaxed and comfortable environment in which patients feel welcomed, accepted, secure, and confident in the care that they are receiving. We believe that satisfying all of our patients' needs is our most important goal. We employ dentists in the specialties of general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, endodontics, periodontics, oral surgery and prosthodontics. Our network of high-standard professionals provides exceptional care to our patients throughout Connecticut!

Currently, we are looking for a full-time Dental Hygienist to join our family. Candidate should have a strong work-ethic and be a team player. Recent graduates are welcomed!

Specific job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Perform dental hygiene services and procedures, including dental prophylaxis, scaling and root planing, application of fluoride and sealants

Detect disease by completing oral cancer screening; feeling and visually examining gums, using probes to locate periodontal disease and to assess levels of recession

Selection of materials and equipment for dental hygiene visit by evaluating patient’s oral health

Educate patients by giving oral hygiene and plaque control instructions and postoperative instructions

Document dental hygiene services by recording vital signs, medical and dental histories, and charting in patient charts

Sterilization of equipment

Take x-rays as necessary and as recommended by the ADA

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Employee discount

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Requirements

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Proven ability to follow outlined policies and guidelines

Possess a professional and positive attitude

Associate’s degree from an accredited dental hygiene program

Valid license to practice in Connecticut (Registered Dental Hygienist, RDH)

Available to work within current office hours, specific shifts to be determined:

Dental Associates of CT- Fairfield Location Hours:

Tuesday - 9AM-6PM

Wednesday - 8AM-5PM

Thursday - 9AM-6PM

Friday - 8AM-5PM

Preferred Qualities

Dental office experience

Dentrix Ascend software experience

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