Pediatric Dental Hygienist

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Northeast Philadelphia pediatric dental office looking for a Dental Hygienist to join our wonderful team. Up to 5-day work week totaling approximately 23 – 32 hours, with one evening per alternate week and no weekends.

We are a privately owned solo doctor practice with a tight‑knit team that has been serving the community for over 35 years. We offer competitive wages along with many benefits including 401(k) match, health insurance, uniform allowance, paid holidays, personal time off, quarterly bonuses and year‑end holiday bonus.

We are seeking a hardworking and dedicated dental hygienist who is committed to providing high quality patient care and maintaining a strong work ethic. Our supportive team, including experienced dental assistants and other auxiliary staff, will work alongside you to ensure you have the help and resources needed to carry out your responsibilities efficiently and effectively. Together, we strive to create a collaborative and positive work environment where everyone can succeed.

The Dental Hygienist is the chief preventive provider of the Practice. This team member motivates, educates, and provides excellent treatment. Under indirect supervision, the Dental Hygienist will remove hard and soft deposits from teeth and examine oral areas, head, and neck for signs of oral disease. He or she will educate patients on oral hygiene, provide preventative dental care, take X-rays, or apply fluoride or sealants.

By discovering and documenting areas of failure, both periodontally and restoratively, he or she facilitates the dentist’s diagnosis and treatment recommendations.

• Conduct oral health assessments and review patient history
• Perform routine and deep dental cleanings, including:
  • Supragingival and subgingival scaling
  • Root planning
  • Polishing and flossing
• Take and process diagnostic digital X-rays
• Apply fluoride and sealants
• Educate children and caregivers on oral hygiene practices
• Chart existing restorations, caries, and periodontal conditions
• Sterilize instruments, maintain operatory cleanliness, and adhere to OSHA and HIPAA regulations
• Monitor and report changes in patients' dental or medical condition to the dentist

• Associate's Degree from an ADA‑accredited dental hygienist school
• Current State Licensure
• CPR Certification