Dental Hygienist
Location :
St. Louis, Missouri
Job Type :
Direct
Job Industry :
Healthcare - Health Services
Job Description :
DENTAL HYGIENIST
Join our staff of talented and dedicated individuals who serve in four of our service site areas in ST. LOUIS, MO working to assist patients with making positive health changes every day.
The Dental Hygienist is committed to serving through strong team leadership the improvement of the oral health and habits of our community.
SCHEDULE: Clinic hours are Monday - Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
SALARY RANGE: $66,100 - $75,000 (Dental Hygienist I - less than 7 years of experience) and $69,300 - $78,100 (Dental Hygienist II - more than 7 years of experience)
DO YOU HAVE STUDENT LOANS? This site is eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness!!!
JOB REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
- Must have either a certificate or Bachelors Degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited school of Dental Hygiene
- Must have a current license issued by the State of Missouri
Experience:
- 1-4 yrs experience in a professional environment with direct patient contact required
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assess patient’s present oral condition, provide oral cancer screen and periodontal assessment.
- Scale and polish teeth. Provide periodontal evaluation and deep cleaning if required.
- Provide caries risk assessment and determine patient’s health risk behaviors including tobacco usage and alcohol consumption.
- Provide detailed oral health care instructions to include appropriate age education and behavior counseling.
- Conduct dental health promotional programs, disease screenings, distribute appropriate health promotion literature
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Basic Life Insurance
- Voluntary Term Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Dependents
- Long Term & Short term Disability Insurance
- Whole Life Permanent Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
- 11 PAID Holidays
APPLY HERE and TEXT (949)874-2697 to schedule an interview!
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