Dental Hygienist - Helena Dental Clinic - Helena, MT

We are looking for a Dental Hygienist to help treat patients and promote good oral health practices. Duties revolve around conducting initial patient screenings, cleaning teeth (e.g. removing plaque) and advising patients on oral health and preventative care. You’ll help dentists decide treatments for teeth or gum diseases and handle dental emergencies. As a Dental Hygienist, you should be reliable and able to build trust with patients of all ages. You should have deep knowledge of relevant health and safety rules and a good eye for oral diseases and anomalies. If you have a steady hand and great bedside manner, we’d like to meet you. If you join us, you will be joining a very welcoming atmosphere, for both patients, and employees. We offer competitive pay, paid time off, and 401K contributions. We have always had great employees, and we try to make sure to treat our employees well. Some consideration for experience in starting base wage. Responsibilities Ensure patients feel as comfortable as possible before their examination Sterilize dental instruments properly Conduct initial mouth screenings and check oral health history Identify conditions like gingivitis, caries or periodontitis Clean and help protect patients’ teeth (e.g. remove plaque or apply fluoride) Educate patients of all ages on proper teeth care (by demonstrating, for example, good brushing techniques) Give instructions to patients after operations or other dental procedures Take X-rays or dental impressions Assist dentists with selecting appropriate treatments for various diseases (including oral cancer) Maintain documentation and charts on each patient Monitor supplies Skills Proven experience as Dental Hygienist In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations in this profession (e.g. HIPAA) Experience in preparing and maintaining dental equipment Outstanding communication skills A patient and friendly personality Attention to detail Stamina to meet the physical demands of the job Diploma in Dental Hygiene (either Associate or Bachelor's Degree) Valid license to practice Job Type: Full-time Pay: $44.00 - $50.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) Flexible schedule Paid time off Experience: Dental Hygienists: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: Registered Dental Hygienist (Required) Dental License (Required) Work Location: In person

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