full-time 6 days ago

Dental Hygienist

First Impressions Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics

2633 Development Drive, Bellevue, WI 54311
Competitive Compensation

About the Practice

N/A Team Members
Dentrix Software

Job Description

Ready to make a difference in little lives while loving where you work? Join our fun, kid-focused dental team!

Bring your smile to work every day — and help our young patients keep theirs shining bright!

Looking for a place where your passion for kids and dentistry can truly shine? You’ve found it!

Join a team that makes dental visits fun, positive, and unforgettable for every child who walks through our doors!

Essential Functions

Greet patients, prepare them for services and make them comfortable during care

Complete a prophylaxis including the removal of calculus, plaque, and stains from the teeth and beneath the gums

Visually examine gums for sores and signs of disease

Conduct an extra oral exam to detect swelling or tenderness that could indicate the presence of disease

Apply fluoride and other cavity preventing agents to arrest dental decay

Apply sealants

Chart conditions of decay and disease as requested by the dentist in the electronic patient record

Obtain quality digital x-rays

Provide clinical services and oral health education to patients, their caregivers and families to improve and maintain oral health

Completely and accurately conduct a caries risk assessment and follow up with Best Care Program motivational interview

Accurately post transactions in the computer system

May administer local anesthetic agents

Disinfect, clean, and sterilize work area and instruments

Perform weekly and monthly maintenance of autoclaves and other equipment

Follow the infection control protocol as outlined by OSHA

Attend hygiene meetings and all scheduled staff meetings

Review patient chart and medical history forms

Assist with stocking supplies, general cleaning, and sharpening instruments

Scheduling recall and sealant appointments

Conducting hygiene education and/or screenings for daycare, schools, and office tours

Other duties as assigned

Work Schedule: Mon - Thurs; 7:30 am - 5:00 pm | Fri; 7:30 am - 1:00 pm

Job Type: Full-time or part-time available

Location(s): Bellevue & Suamico

Valid State of Wisconsin Dental Hygiene License

CPR certification

One year of dental hygiene experience preferred

One year of experience working with or caring for children preferred

Strong customer service skills and commitment to patient/parent satisfaction

Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to communicate with and educate parents

Must be able to communicate with coworkers and work as a team in order to maintain a steady flow and accommodate patients scheduled within the hygiene department as well as other aspects of the office

Good time management skills

Exceptional behavior management skills or willingness to learn

Good hand/eye coordination, manual dexterity and precision

Basic computer and data entry skills

Familiarity with Dentrix Ascend and Kodak Imaging helpful.

Requires local travel to other First Impressions offices

Ability to maintain patient confidentiality

As pediatric dentists and orthodontists, our mission at First Impressions is to provide the best dental care for infants, children, adolescents and patients with special needs, all delivered with care in a state-of-the-art, kid-friendly environment.

We believe kids of all ages should enjoy a lifetime of healthy habits along with a healthy smile. The pediatric dentists and orthodontists of First Impressions, can partner with you to achieve this goal.

The Dental Hygienist provides effective care to pediatric patients through varied treatment plans and oral hygiene education.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Optional employee, spouse, and dependent life insurance

Optional short-term and long-term disability insurance

Optional supplemental critical illness and accident insurance

PTO accruals

401K

Paid uniforms and/or reimbursements

Looking for a fresh start?

Feeling stuck in your current job? What if you could wake up each morning genuinely looking forward to your day at work?

Imagine building a career where you make a meaningful impact on the health, confidence, and smiles of children of all ages—while working alongside a supportive team that leaves you smiling, too. After all, brighter smiles are made here.

If that sounds like the fresh start you’ve been looking for, we’d love to meet you.

Ready to Learn More?

If this opportunity sounds like a great fit, we encourage you to submit your resume and/or a personal statement.

During the interview process, we’ll discuss the day-to-day responsibilities of the position, scheduling expectations, and answer any questions you may have.

Until then, feel free to learn more about us at fidkids.com or follow us on social media at @FIDSmiles.

We look forward to meeting you, and thank you for considering First Impressions Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics.