Mid-Valley Dental Associates is a small company of nine dental locations located in Oregon's beautiful Willamette Valley. We are seeking a dental hygienist to work at our Philomath location who is passionate about helping others and interested in working in a patient-focused, team-oriented environment to grow your career and sharpen your skills. We offer a supportive, positive, team-centered working environment. Prior experience is not required, and we will provide you with hands-on training and all of the resources you need to succeed. If you are interested in working with us, please send us a resume. We are currently offering a sign on bonus of $1000 to be paid in three installments (1/3 at sign on, 1/3 at 3 months and 1/3 at 6 months of employment) *Pay is based on qualifications and experience.

Responsibilities include, but may not be limited to:
- Perform dental hygiene procedures, including prophylaxis, scaling, root planning, and debridement
- Take and develop dental radiographs (x-rays)
- Apply fluoride treatments and sealants
- Educate patients on oral hygiene techniques and proper dental care
- Conduct thorough patient assessments, including medical history review and oral cancer screenings
- Assist the dentist during procedures as needed
- Maintain accurate and detailed patient records
- Follow aseptic techniques and infection control protocols
- Stay up-to-date with advancements in dental technology and techniques

Requirements:
- Valid state dental hygiene license
- Graduation from an accredited dental hygiene program
- Proficient in using dental software systems for patient management and charting
- Knowledge of dental assisting procedures and techniques
- Experience working with pediatric patients is a plus
- Familiarity with CAD/CAM systems for digital impressions is a plus
- Strong knowledge of HIPAA regulations and medical documentation requirements
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Attention to detail and ability to work independently

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $50.00 - $60.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 30 per week

Schedule:

Day shift
No weekends
Ability to Relocate:

Philomath, OR 97370: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person

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