Dental Hygienist F/T or P/T

Job Title: Dental Hygienist

Location: International District, Seattle, WA

Practice Overview: Welcome to our long-standing dental office located in the vibrant International District. As a single-doctor practice, we prioritize patient care and building long-term relationships with our diverse patient population. Utilizing Eaglesoft and Schick Sirona sensors, we strive to provide high-quality dental care in a comfortable and welcoming environment. A significant portion of our patients are Chinese-speaking, making language familiarity with Mandarin, Cantonese, or Taishanese a plus.

Job Description: We are currently seeking a Dental Hygienist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing adult and child prophylaxis, scaling and root planing (SRP), chair set-up and tear-down, digital radiographs, local anesthetic administration, and fluoride varnish application. This position offers both full-time and part-time opportunities, with flexibility for part-time hygienists to choose their preferred days.

Responsibilities:

• Perform adult and child prophylaxis to remove plaque, calculus, and stains from teeth.


• Conduct scaling and root planing procedures to treat periodontal disease.


• Assist with chair set-up and tear-down before and after dental procedures.


• Take digital radiographs using Schick Sirona sensors.


• Administer local anesthetic as needed for patient comfort.


• Apply fluoride varnish to protect against tooth decay.


• Provide patient education on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive care.

Requirements:

Active dental hygiene license in Washington.

Proficiency in Eaglesoft software and Schick Sirona sensors preferred.

Language familiarity with Chinese (Mandarin, Cantonese, or Taishanese) is a plus.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience.


• Full-time and part-time opportunities available.


• Supportive work environment with a focus on patient care.


• Opportunity to build long-term relationships with patients in the International District.


• Professional development and continuing education opportunities.

If you are a dedicated Dental Hygienist with a passion for patient care and language familiarity with Chinese, we encourage you to apply for this position. Join our team and become part of our commitment to providing exceptional dental care to our diverse patient population. Apply now and take the next step in your dental hygiene career with us!

Compensation/Benefits:

Pay Range:  $55-$65/hr 

Bonus:  Negotiable

401K: IRA match eligible after 1 year

Medical/Dental Insurance:  Quarterly QSHERA/In-house dental

Paid Time Off:  Yes

Staff Details:

Number of Dentists: 1

Number of Registered Dental Hygienists: 0

Number of Assistants: 1

Number of Front Office Staff: 1

Number of Sterilization Techs: 0

Requirements:                                                                 

Work Schedule:  F/T Mon-Thurs 8:30-4:30, P/T any combination

Years Experience Required: New grads and experienced welcome!

Required Skills:  WA State license and CPR certification

About Dental Professionals

There are many ways to work with us!

Full-time Flexible: You can qualify as our full-time employee, and we’ll provide you with a competitive pay and benefits package! YOU DECIDE YOUR SCHEDULE. Work when YOU want and as much as you want. You can have the flexibility to work around YOUR life rather than trying to fit in life around your work schedule.

Per Diem: Pick up an occasional shift whenever it fits your schedule, while you’re between jobs, or during an office closure.

Temp to Hire: Work per diem jobs while seeking a full-time position, sometimes as a working interview with a potential employer.

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