Dental Hygienist

Digital X-rays, intraoral scanners and Dentrix keep the clinical side paperless. Gulf Coast Dental Care is a general dentistry practice offering cleanings, fillings, crowns, root canals and implants. Hygienists get 60-minute appointments, not 45.

Role overview:

We need a Dental Hygienist. This is a part-time position based in Springfield, Missouri. Looking for a gentle, thorough hygienist who is good with anxious patients and kids.

In this role you will:

• Present findings to the dentist during exams and explain recommended treatment
• Apply fluoride varnish, sealants and desensitizing agents
• Sterilize instruments and disinfect operatories between patients
• Educate patients on home care, flossing technique and electric toothbrushes
• Administer local anesthetic and nitrous oxide where permitted by state rules
• Screen for oral cancer and review medical histories at each visit
• Follow OSHA and CDC infection control guidelines

What you need:

• 3+ years of clinical hygiene experience preferred; new grads welcome
• Able to sit for long periods and do precise, repetitive hand work
• X-ray certification or radiography credential
• Active RDH license in Missouri

Nice to have:

• Laser certification
• Experience with Dentrix or Eaglesoft

Schedule: Monday to Thursday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Compensation: $36.50-$45.00 an hour

Perks and benefits:

• Health, dental and vision coverage starting on day one
• 401(k) with 4% match
• Paid sick leave
• Weekly pay
• Sign-on bonus
• Employee assistance program

We are an equal opportunity employer. If you need an accommodation during the application process, let us know.

Start: Within 30 days.

Demo job created on 11jobs for testing and demonstrations. It is not an actual opening at Gulf Coast Dental Care.