Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) - Upward Smiles Corporation - Festus, MO

FESTUS - in delightful Jefferson County - is only 30 minutes drive south from the Arch in Downtown St. Louis. We are excited to announce an opening for a dedicated and compassionate Registered Dental Hygienist to join our team! This is a full-time position offering a comprehensive benefits package. About Us Our practice is committed to providing exceptional dental care to children and young adults. Since opening in 2012, Upward Smiles has successfully fostered a supportive and friendly environment for both our patients and staff. Private practice feel. Position Summary The Registered Dental Hygienist will be responsible for providing preventative dental care, educating patients and parents on oral hygiene, and assisting our dental team in delivering high-quality services to our pediatric patient base. Responsibilities Perform dental prophylaxis, scaling, and root planing ( very few SRP patients). Administer fluoride treatments and sealants. Take digital radiographs and panos (all new, handheld equipment) Educate patients and their parents on proper oral hygiene techniques and nutritional counseling. Maintain accurate patient records in CareStack PMS. Sterilize and maintain dental instruments and equipment. Assist the dentist during various dental procedures as needed. Qualifications Valid Registered Dental Hygienist license in Missouri (or eligible to secure). Current CPR certification. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively with children and young adults. Strong commitment to patient care and safety. Benefits We value our employees and offer a competitive benefits package, including: Uniforms Provided at no cost to you Paid Time Off (PTO) Vacation Pay Holiday Pay Health Benefits Retirement Benefits Work Environment Full-time position Tuesday-Friday (we are closed most Mondays for hygiene). Part-Time/Temps welcome to apply. Patient base: children up to 22 years old. To Apply Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter. We look forward to hearing from you! Job Type: Full-time Pay: $50.00 per hour Expected hours: 32 – 40 per week Benefits: Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Relocation assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance Work Location: In person

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