Dental Hygienist

Cambridge Smiles • Cambridge, MA, US

Posted 1 month ago

Description

We're looking for a registered dental hygienist to join our growing team! We are a smaller office with 2 dentists and 5 chairs that treats mostly adults. We focus on quality patient care - WE ARE NOT A FACTORY! I may be biased, but we have a great team here that helps each other out and gets along!

Responsibilities

Use x-ray machines to take photos of the patients’ teeth so the dentist can clearly identify cavities or other oral health issues
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
Remove plaque and apply fluoride or other sealants to prevent cavities and tooth decay
Sterilize all dental equipment to make sure everything is properly cleaned

Qualifications

Physical stamina to stand for up to 8 hours at a time
Bachelor’s degree or master's degree in registered dental hygiene program preferred, associate’s degree required
Certified to perform CPR
Has dental hygienist licensure in the state where the job is located
Excellent communication and customer service skills

Compensation

$55 - $63/hour

About Cambridge Smiles

We are a general dentistry office, treating patients ages 8 and up. Our goal at Cambridge Smiles is to provide top-quality care to our patients. Doesn't everyone say that? What makes us different?

We have worked to grow a team that actually enjoys working together. That doesn't mean the work can't be challenging, but it is much more bearable with a good group of people by your side.

We are a privately owned office, so we are able to have more control over how the office is run and the quality of care we provide to our patients.