Dental Hygienist under the direct supervision of a dentist, cleans calcareous deposits, accretions, and stains from teeth and beneath margins of gums using dental instruments. Performs routine examination and assessment of dental health. Being a Dental Hygienist feels lymph nodes under patient's chin to detect swelling or tenderness that could indicate presence of oral cancer. Feels and visually examines gums for sores and signs of disease. Additionally, Dental Hygienist provides instruction, guidance, and coaching to patients about methods to improve dental health. May take Radiographs or x-rays. Typically requires an associate degree in dental hygiene. Meets licensing requirements as a Dental Hygienist for the state. Radiography/x-ray certification per state guidelines. Basic Life Support certification (BLS.) Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Dental Hygienist independently performs a wide range of complex duties under general guidance from supervisors. Has gained full proficiency in a broad range of activities related to the job. To be a Dental Hygienist typically requires 5-7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Dental Hygienist - Suffolk, VA
Suffolk Complete Dental Care is hiring! We are looking for a Full-time hygienist to join our team and provide excellent patient care. We have a very family-oriented team and always looking for ways to improve our office and our service.
New grads are encouraged to apply!
Virginia RDH license required.
If you are a patient-focused hygienist looking to expand your skill set and work with state-of-the-art technology, we’re looking for you!
Very Competitive Pay, Excellent benefits, and bonus opportunities.
Hours:
Tuesday: 7:30-5:00
Wednesday: 7:30-5:00
Thursday: 7:30-5:00
Friday: 7:30-2:00
What You’ll Gain
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Experience
Physical Requirements
Who is Heartland Dental?
As the largest and one of the fastest growing Dental Support Organizations, Heartland Dental provides exceptional service to its more than 2,300 supported doctors in 38 states and over 1,400 supported offices. Each Heartland Dental supported office is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Supported Doctors are the leaders of their practice and set forth their own clinical care philosophies. With the largest network of doctors, we are founded by a doctor for doctors with a mission to support dentists and their teams as they deliver the highest quality dental care and experiences to the communities they serve while providing exceptional careers and creating value for our stakeholders.
At Heartland Dental, we’re committed to living our core values which promote diversity and inclusion. We provide all employees and applicants for employment the protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment.
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