About us
At Dixwell Dental, it is our mission to provide the very best in personal and patient-focused care. We are a family-run business, serving the needs of the greater Hamden area. Every member of our highly-skilled and professional dental team is dedicated to offering comprehensive care for the entire family. Our office specializes in general and restorative dentistry, Pediatric Dentistry, Invisalign, cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, and more to help all of our patients achieve the smile they have always dreamed of.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Hamden's Premier Dental Office is Now Hiring a part time dental hygienist on Mondays and Fridays!
Dixwell Dental LLC is seeking a motivated and eager candidate who is ready to start this exciting journey with us!
This role will be of a dental hygienist.
The hours are on Mondays from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM with the possibility of adding half-days on Tuesdays (10:00 AM to 4 PM) and Wednesdays (9:00 AM to 2 PM)
Responsibilities include:
- Following OSHA
- Performing routine treatment procedures, such as cleaning, polishing, x-rays, application of sealants and fluorides, and related procedures
- Delivering direct patient care using established dental hygienist procedures
- Assessing and communicating nature and extent of dental, periodontics, and associated conditions
- Using patient screening procedures to include medical history review, dental charting, and perio charting
- Taking patient vital signs as needed
Preferred Work experience:
- At least 1 to 2 years in the dental field
Skills Recommended:
- Able to work with patients of all ages including pediatric population
- Behavior management skills during cleanings
- Able to use Open Dental or Dentrix
- Knowledge of dental terminology
- Works well with teams
- Spanish speaking is a plus!
- Drive for financial success and practice growth
Compensation:
- Bi-weekly pay starting at $40.00 to $45.00 depending on experience
- Annual wage re-evaluations will be done
- X-Ray Certification and Infection Control needed.
Job Types: Part-time
Pay: $45 - 50 per hour
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $40.00 - $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
Schedule:
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Dental Hygiene: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
License/Certification:
- Hygiene license from a CODA accredited program (Required)
Work Location: In person