Dental Hygienist - $5k Sign-On Bonus
$162,240–$162,240 year
On-siteReadville, Massachusetts, United States
Job Summary
Deliver comprehensive preventive and periodontal care including prophylaxis, scaling, root planing, and oral cancer screenings while collaborating with a dedicated dental assistant to optimize schedule and manage room turnover. Partner with dentists to recommend treatment plans and proactively drive hygiene production by maximizing chair time and supporting same-day treatment opportunities. Maintain strong patient relationships through clear communication and personalized education while engaging in ongoing professional development via CE opportunities and internal forums. Choose between a higher base plan or a performance bonus plan, with flexibility to switch after 90 days.
Required Qualifications
- Degree from an accredited dental hygiene program
- Current, active hygiene license in the state you're applying for
- Current Anesthesia/ Nitrous license in applicable state
- Current CPR/BLS certification
- Comfort with digital charting and x-rays, intraoral cameras, and technology-driven care
- Open to full-time (32–40 hours/week including AM/PM and Saturday shifts), part-time (2–3 days/week including AM/PM and Saturday shifts), or PRN (work when you want!)
Desired Qualifications
- Ability to sit and stand for extended periods while performing hygiene procedures
- Manual dexterity and fine motor skills to handle instruments, perform scaling and polishing, and operate clinical equipment
- Adequate vision (with or without correction) to read charts, assess oral conditions, interpret radiographs, and document findings
- Ability to bend, reach, and maintain ergonomic positioning for patient care throughout the day
- Occasional lifting or movement of equipment, instrument trays, and supplies up to 25 pounds
- Ability to communicate effectively and compassionately with patients, team members, and other healthcare professionals in person and via technology
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