Job Description
The position is located in Lakewood, CO
Looking for a job in a professional environment with an awesome doctor who empowers hygienists to care for their patients? We’re hiring a dental hygienist who can help us provide incredible dental care to each of our patients! Two days a week with a flexible schedule for work-life balance and the possibility to grow!
Why work here?
- Private Practice with long-term relationships and the opportunity to provide excellent care!
- Great teammates, great chemistry, great patients!
- Strong, competitive compensation - Hours on Thursday, and Friday preferred but negotiable
This role is ideal for someone who has a passion for caring for others and an eye for detail. If you’re enthusiastic about educating patients on the value of dental health and eager to advance your career in dental hygiene, we’d love to connect. Apply today!
Responsibilities:
- Remove plaque and apply fluoride or other sealants to prevent cavities and tooth decay
- Use molds to create dental impressions of patients’ teeth so that their mouthguards, dentures, veneers, etc. are correctly made
- Inform patients of all ages about how to care for their teeth by brushing and flossing on a regular basis
- Check for issues such as gingivitis, periodontitis, or caries so patients can receive care as soon as the problem is identified
- Talk to patients and make sure they feel comfortable and taken care of before, during, and after the examination
- Help patients achieve optimal preventive care at home
Qualifications:
- Strong communication skills, interpersonal skills, and customer service skills
- 1+ years of experience in dental hygiene work
- Capable of standing all day to assist patients
- Clear understanding and commitment to following HIPAA regulations and all safety guidelines
- Current CPR certification
- Local anesthesia certified preferred
- Nitrous Oxide Administration certificate preferred
About Company:
Dr. Greenhalgh is a long-time Denver area resident. We are known for our long-term relationships with our patients and each other. We have long-term success with porcelain veneers and bonding and offer a unique approach to Smile Makeovers.
We are a small office with personal connections to each other. We enjoy each other, celebrate each other and our great patients!
Job Tags
Private practice, Local area, Flexible hours, 2 days per week,