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Dental Hygienist

Gentle Dental

Puyallup, WA
1 day ago
$75/hour

Job Description

Join Gentle Dental as a Dental Hygienist, where you will play a vital role in enhancing patients' oral health through thorough hygiene procedures and patient education. Enjoy a competitive salary and a supportive work environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct thorough hygiene procedures including scaling and root planing
  • Perform comprehensive periodontal assessments and medical history assessments
  • Educate patients on hygiene treatments based on assessments
  • Take digital radiographs as necessary for patient diagnosis
  • Assist in developing personalized treatment plans
  • Work closely with dentists for coordinated patient care
  • Engage patients in a friendly manner and address their concerns
  • Maintain accurate patient records and documentation
  • Adhere to infection control protocols

Required Qualifications

  • Degree or certification in Dental Hygiene from an accredited institution
  • Valid state dental hygiene license
  • CPR certification
  • Local Anesthesia certification
  • Nitrous Oxide Sedation certification
  • Laser Certification (where required)

Benefits & Perks

Competitive base salaryOpportunity for monthly bonus compensationContinuing EducationPaid Life InsurancePaid MalpracticePre-tax Savings Plan401K with company matchMedical InsurancePTO AccrualPositive and supportive work environment