Holistic Health Innovator: Dental Hygienist Focused on Sleep, Pain, and Overall Wellness
University Avenue Dental is seeking an enthusiastic and highly skilled Dental Hygienist for a rewarding role focused on overall patient health. This position is unlike traditional hygiene, placing strong emphasis on comprehensive wellness, including pain/headache control, growth and development, and sleep medicine, in addition to exceptional dental hygiene. This opportunity offers an unparalleled chance to work with an incredible team and patients, dedicating two flexible days per week to truly life-changing results.
Our mission is "Creating life-changing results with captivating precision." At University Avenue Dental, we believe that oral health is inextricably linked to complete systemic health. We are a patient-centered practice where the team is dedicated to looking beyond traditional dental hygiene to address fundamental health issues like chronic pain, sleep disorders, and proper growth and development. We foster an environment of continuous learning and collaboration, utilizing advanced diagnostic tools to ensure the highest quality of care and precise, comprehensive treatment.
Title
Dental hygienist
Job Description
Advanced Preventive Care: Perform thorough dental prophylaxis and dental scaling, applying principles of infection prevention management.
Holistic Assessment: Integrate patient assessment with a focus on sleep medicine and pain management, identifying risk factors and collecting data relevant to whole-body health.
Patient Education & Counseling: Provide advanced dental care patient education and counseling, specifically detailing the connection between oral health, sleep, and chronic pain.
Diagnostic Imaging: Operate and interpret specialized imaging, including CBCT (Cone Beam Computed Tomography), to aid in comprehensive patient evaluation.
Record Management: Maintain accurate patient records and ensure meticulous management of HIPAA compliance.
Team Collaboration: Work closely with the clinical team to develop and support comprehensive treatment plans that address both dental and systemic health goals.
Patient Interaction: Ensure exceptional patient interaction and comfort across diverse demographics.
Salary Range
Part-time $40 - $48 per hour
- Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
Benefits
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Flexible Schedule
Employee Discount
Shift & Schedule
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday, Saturday, Sunday: Closed
Requirements
- Licensed dental hygienist
Current and active Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license in the state of Indiana.
Proven experience in a dental clinic environment.
Strong knowledge of dental scaling and dental prophylaxis procedures.
Familiarity with dental care patient counseling and education.
Understanding of HIPAA compliance management and infection prevention protocols.
Preferences
Experience or specialized training in sleep medicine (e.g., airway assessment) or pain management.
Familiarity with operating and interpreting advanced imaging technology, specifically Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT).
Experience or interest in the principles of growth and development related to dental function.
Hiring Process
[1] Please apply through the Jobley application form
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[2] A recruiter will contact you to schedule an interview
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[3] Interview
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[4] Job offer
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[5] While proceeding with the hiring process, please apply for the Jobley Bonus through your Jobley account.
*The average time from application to job offer is about one week to one month.
*If you are currently employed and have difficulty changing jobs right now, schedules can be discussed.
Jobley Bonus
$90
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