Title: Pediatric Dental Hygienist Assistant – Part-Time/ Full -Time
Are you a compassionate and skilled dental hygienist with a passion for promoting children's oral health? Our pediatric dental practice is seeking a dedicated and caring Pediatric Dental Hygienist to join our team. If you have a strong commitment to preventive dental care, excellent communication skills, and a warm and welcoming demeanor, we invite you to apply.
We are Forest Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistry, and we don’t just give our patients amazing smiles, we give them confidence! While experience is not a must for this role, your passion, enthusiasm, and willingness to be a team player are what we are looking for. Join us in our beautiful, state-of-the-art facility and let’s embark on this journey together!
Job Responsibilities:
- Perform thorough dental cleanings and oral assessments for pediatric patients, including prophylaxis, fluoride treatments, and application of dental sealants
- Educate children and parents on proper oral hygiene practices, including brushing, flossing, and nutrition for optimal dental health
- Assess and document patients' oral health conditions and collaborate with the pediatric dentist to develop individualized treatment plans
- Take and develop dental X-rays and assist with patient charting and recordkeeping
- Engage and interact with pediatric patients in a friendly and compassionate manner to create a positive and comfortable dental experience
- Support the pediatric dentist and dental assistants during procedures and provide assistance as needed
- Collaborate with the dental team to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
Requirements:
- Degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited program
- Current state licensure and CPR certification
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to connect with children and parents in a friendly and informative manner
- Commitment to providing exceptional patient care and promoting positive dental experiences for children
- Excellent communication skills to engage and explain dental procedures in kid-friendly language.
- A gentle and caring touch to ensure the comfort of our young patients.
- Ability to work well in a team, supporting the dental team.
- Respect for patient confidentiality and adherence to privacy regulations.
Schedule: This is a part-time position, with approximately 16-20 hours per week, including some early evenings accommodate our young patients' schedules.
If you are passionate about pediatric dental hygiene and enjoy working with children, we would love to hear from you. We look forward to welcoming a new member to our team who shares our commitment to providing exceptional pediatric dental care.
Salary: $43-$50 / Hour
Benefits:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plans.
- Professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and career growth.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
- The opportunity to make a positive impact on the smiles of patients of all ages!
Forest Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistry Lake Forest - Gurnee
