Dental Hygienist jobs in Vermont
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)
Recently Added Dental Hygienist jobs
- Mason Dental
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Manchester, VT
FULL_TIME
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Mason Dental proudly champions a patient-centric approach, fostering exceptional patient experiences, top-notch employee and dentist retention, and remarkable practice growth.
You will thrive in an efficient office environment alongside an exceptional, well-trained, highly motivated dental team where you can expand your knowledge and career.
We welcome you to join us if you are drawn to working in a clinically- focused, patient-centric, fully digital dental office.
Apply today and be part of our exciting journey
Increase your chances of an interview by reading the following overview of this role before making an application.
Overview
We are looking for an outgoing Registered Dental Hygienist with strong interpersonal skills to join our fast-paced dental office. Experience is preferred and a current dental hygienist license is required. Our modern, fully digital practices provide restorative care, fixed and removable prosthodontics, endodontics, extractions, and implant restorations.
Schedule:
Full-time, 4 days a week, 8am-5pm
Duties/Responsibilities
Removing calculus and plaque (hard and soft deposits) from all surfaces of the teeth.
Patient screening procedures, such as assessment of oral health conditions, reviewing health history, oral cancer screening, head and neck inspection, dental charting and taking blood pressure and pulse.
Applying preventive materials to the teeth (e.g., sealants and fluorides).
Teaching patients' appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health; (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing, and nutritional counseling).
Counseling patients about good nutrition and its impact on oral health.
Making impressions of patients' teeth for study casts (models of teeth used by dentists to evaluate patient treatment needs).
Other duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities
Possess a strong commitment to patient care, patient health and quality work.
Education and Experience
Associate or advanced degree in Dental Hygiene.
State certification/license as required to work as a Dental Hygienist.One year or more of relevant experience in the dental industry preferred but open to no experience for the right candidate.
Benefits for Full-Time Employees*PTO, paid holidays, office closure days
Medical
Vision
Dental allowance
Uniform allowance, as needed
401(k) Eligibility
And many more
*Benefits are subject to change and eligibility*Our Mission & Values: Drive All Decisions and Actions "To Make Our Teams, Patients, and Practices Happier and Healthier"
Positive Energy – We are enthusiastic, empathetic, compassionate, optimistic, generous, kind, and passionate.
Partnership – Work collaboratively together to achieve shared goals. We accomplish more together than as individuals. We are better together.
Communication – Set clear expectations and feedback to our patients and team members.
Growth - We strive to continuously improve and are goal-oriented. We grow always in all ways.
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- Affinity Dental Management
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Brattleboro, VT
TEMPORARY
- Make an Immediate Impact as a Temporary Dental Hygienist – Join Us for a Special Assignment!Affinity Dental Management, a renowned dentist-driven dental organization, is passionate about revolutionizi...
- 11 Days Ago
- Advanced Dental Management
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Woodstock, VT
FULL_TIME
- Dental Hygienist -- Full or Part Time Sign on Bonus or Relocation Assistance Available. We're looking for an upbeat, experienced Dental Hygienist to join our team here at Sunset Valley Dental. We prid...
- 1 Month Ago
- Aspen Dental
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Williston, VT
FULL_TIME
- At Aspen Dental, we put You First with world-class development plus industry-leading pay. Join our team today as a Dental Hygienist!Job Types: Full-time, Part-timeSalary:$93,000 - $104,000 per year (a...
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- Aspen Dental
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Rutland, VT
FULL_TIME
- At Aspen Dental, we put You First with world-class development plus industry-leading pay. Join our team today as a Dental Hygienist!Job Types: Full-time, Part-timeSalary:$93,000 - $104,000 per year (a...
- 26 Days Ago
- Hudson Valley Dental Associates PLLC
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Williston, VT
FULL_TIME
- At Aspen Dental, we put You First with world-class development plus industry-leading pay. Join our team today as a Dental Hygienist! Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Salary: $93,000 - $104,000 per year...
- 1 Month Ago
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