Job Description

REGISTERED DENTAL HYGIENIST (RDH)

JOB DESCRIPTION

A positive, caring, and motivated Registered Dental Hygienist who works quickly and efficiently and is able to multi-task well. The candidate should have good reasoning and decision-making skills.

Some of the responsibilities of this role are:

  • Provide direct patient care and dental services as trained, licensed, and assigned.
  • Assess dental condition and needs of patient using approved patient screening procedures.
  • Perform oral hygiene procedures in accordance with treatment plans prescribed by the attending dentist.
  • Evaluate overall oral health, examining oral cavity for signs of periodontal disease or possible cancers.
  • Expose, process and mount radiograph films.
  • Ensure all patient records are managed and maintained timely, accurately, and consistent with all HIPAA and related regulations.
  • Educate patients in oral hygiene and dental care.
  • Improve the oral health of patients through the delivery of periodontal therapies and other dental hygiene related services.
  • Assist with or initiate emergency measures for sudden adverse developments during treatment of patients.

Excellent Benefits:

Competitive salary

100% Premium free core United Healthcare medical coverage

Employer paid $25,000 life insurance coverage

10 paid holidays annually

20 PTO days annually

National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment eligibility up to $50,000

401k

Optional supplemental coverage (short- and long- term disability)

Job Type: Full-time

How to Apply

Location:
StayWell Health Center Waterbury