Licensed Dental Hygienist - Ridgepark (Minnetonka)
Company: Park Dental
Location: Saint Paul
Posted on: January 23, 2023
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Job Description:
Overview:Park Dental Ridgepark located in Minnetonka is seeking
a compassionate, professional Dental Hygienist to join our
team-oriented practice.COMPETITIVE PAY AND SIGN-ON BONUS!!!!Why
should you choose Park Dental? Park Dental associates truly care
about our patients and want to make a difference. Below are just a
few perks of working at Park Dental as a Dental
Hygienist:Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit
packageMedical, Vision, Dental and OrthodonticsPaid Time OffPaid
HolidaysRoth and 401(k) programs with company matchLife
insuranceShort and Long-Term DisabilityHealth Saving PlanFlexible
Spending PlanCompany-sponsored professional developmentClinical
excellence and quality assurance standardsProfessional Development
and Career Advancement opportunitiesMultiple locations across the
Twin Cities, greater MN, and WI - and growing!The Dental Hygienist
is a critical part of the Doctor-directed oral hygiene team. This
role is responsible for patient education, the delivery of
preventative and periodontal dental treatment, and patient database
collection and documentation.Responsibilities:Essential job duties
Include:Provide quality patient service by delivering thorough
patient care, effective communication, and personal attention in a
gentle and caring mannerAssess and plan appropriate dental hygiene
care including prophylaxis, scaling and root planning, debridement,
and periodontal maintenanceComplete dental hygiene procedures
utilizing hand and mechanical scalers with a high degree of
technical skillConduct a general oral health screening for each
patient and communicate findings to the DoctorProvide local
anesthetic and nitrous oxide to patients under general supervision
by the DoctorExpose appropriate quality radiographs and develop,
mount, and label properlyProvide accurate and concise patient
record charting and complete database information to allow the
Doctor to determine the appropriate treatment plan for the
patientMaintain a clean work environment and dental equipment to
meet OSHA and Center for Disease Control sterilization and
infection control regulatory standardsThe qualifications we are
looking for in a Dental Hygienist include:A current Minnesota
Dental Hygienist LicenseBachelor's Degree or equivalent combination
of education and work experience preferredHigh School diploma
requiredCertified to administer local anesthesia in Minnesota and
nitrous oxide analgesiaAn up-to-date and organized Professional
Portfolio summarizing written documentation of professional
development activitiesCurrent CPR certification obtained through
the American Heart Association health care provider course, the
American Red Cross professional rescuer course, or an equivalent
course.Knowledge of dental information and techniques necessary to
assess oral conditions and treat periodontal disease including
symptoms, treatment alternatives, and preventative
measuresKnowledge of the principles and processes for providing
dental and patient services including patient needs assessment,
meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of patient
satisfactionPossess strong interpersonal skills, developing
constructive and cooperative working relationships with others,
striving for collaboration, and demonstrating
professionalismPossess effective written and oral communication
skillsPossess critical thinking, logic, and reasoning skills to
identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions,
conclusions, or approaches to problemsWork Schedule:Flexible
ScheduleCompany Information:We love our communities!Park Dental
values being involved in the communities they serve through.
Corporate sponsored volunteer events include Minnesota Dental
Association's Give Kids a Smile Day, the American Heart Association
Heart Walk, and Minnesota Mission of Mercy.Since 1972, Park Dental
has been owned and led by our doctors who are passionate about
providing the best patient-centered care. New Dental Hygienists
receive comprehensive training and one-on-one mentoring, to be set
up for success. Our practices offer welcoming environments for
patients and are equipped with state-of-the-art technology.What
some of our employees are saying:" As a dental hygienist with Park
Dental, we have the opportunity to engage patients in the process
of improving and maintaining their oral health, which in turn leads
to over-all health." Berit Campbell, DH Mentor" Like" our Park
Dental careers page on Facebook for the latest updates about Park
Dental!Park Dental is an equal opportunity employer.
Keywords: Park Dental, St. Paul , Licensed Dental Hygienist - Ridgepark (Minnetonka), Healthcare , Saint Paul, Minnesota
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