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Job Description We’re searching for a personable dental hygienist to join our talented team of healthcare providers! You’ll welcome patients and conduct their initial screenings, perform thorough dental cleanings, and help dentists with examinations and procedures. Applicants should be knowledgeable about dentistry best practices, possess incredible interpersonal skills, and love working with people. If this sounds like you, apply now! Compensation: $56 - $58 hourly + Bonus Responsibilities: • Protect patients’ teeth by thoroughly cleaning them and applying fluoride or other sealants, • Work with dentists to decide the best form of treatment for a variety of dental disease, • Keep detailed records of each patient’s visit and update their health history, • Examine patients’ dental health and get an overview of their oral health history, • Educate patients of all ages on how to take care of their teeth through good flossing and brushing twice daily, • Look for signs of gum disease, infections, or cavities to ensure issues are caught early and can be treated, • Give guidance to patients about how to have good dental care at home after undergoing an operation or procedure, • Put patients at ease by talking with them before, during, and after the appointment, • Conduct comprehensive dental cleanings to ensure patients leave with a bright, healthy smile., • Perform initial patient screenings and gather detailed dental health histories., • Collaborate with dentists during examinations and procedures to provide seamless patient care., • Educate patients on oral hygiene best practices to empower them in maintaining their dental health., • Utilize dental technology and tools efficiently to deliver top-notch care., • Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records to ensure continuity of care., • Monitor and restock dental supplies to keep our practice running smoothly and efficiently., • Utilize cutting-edge technology, including Biolase Epic Hygiene Laser for pocket therapy and bacterial reduction, as well as Itero for scanning and maintaining patients' dental health.Qualifications:, • 1-2 years of work experience as a dental hygienist, • Capable of standing all day to assist patients, • Must have at least an associate’s degree in dental hygiene; bachelor’s degree preferred, • Certified to perform CPR, • Has dental hygienist licensure in the state where the job is locatedAbout Company Soul Dental is a contemporary, energetic, and growing company co-founded by two female friends. Our mission is to consistently provide exceptional customer service with high-quality dental care that is affordable for the majority of the public with PPO Insurance. We provide multi-specialty services so that it is convenient for our patients and offers a wonderful learning opportunity for our Doctors. With music playing in the background and a surrounding atmosphere with the latest technology, including an Itero scanner and an Epic Hygiene Biolase Laser, Soul Dental is truly a wonderful team environment where everyone can learn and grow.