Dental Hygienist - $5k Sign-On Bonus
$162,240–$162,240 year
On-siteArlington Heights, 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 schedules and manage sterilization. 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. Work within our Team (Assisted) Hygiene model to enhance the patient experience in a diverse, inclusive environment. Full-time roles include 32–40 hours/week with AM/PM and Saturday shifts; top earners make $78/hr+.
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
- 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
- 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!)
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