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full-time 14 days ago

Dental Hygienist

Dr. Veronica Tovar DDS SC

Appleton, WI 54913
45 - 60/hr

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Dentrix Software

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Job Description

Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) – Airway-Focused Dental Practice
Join Our Airway-Focused Dental Team!

We are looking for a compassionate, skilled, and growth-minded Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) to join our airway-focused dental practice. Our office takes a comprehensive approach to oral health, recognizing the important connection between oral health, airway function, sleep, breathing, and overall wellness.

We are seeking a hygienist who is passionate about patient education, preventive care, and providing an exceptional patient experience.

What You'll Do

- Provide comprehensive preventive dental hygiene services, including periodontal assessment, prophylaxis, periodontal therapy, and fluoride treatments.

- Take and review dental radiographs using DEXIS digital radiography sensors.

- Provide thorough periodontal charting and communicate findings clearly with patients and the dental team.

- Educate patients on oral hygiene, periodontal health, airway health, and the connection between oral health and overall wellness.

- Support our airway-focused approach by recognizing and documenting oral signs and risk factors that may warrant further evaluation.

- Accurately document patient care and clinical findings in Dentrix.

- Review medical and dental histories.

- Build trusting, long-term relationships with patients through personalized education and exceptional care.

- Work collaboratively with the dentist and team to provide comprehensive, patient-centered treatment.

- Maintain a clean, organized, and infection-controlled clinical environment.

- Stay current with evidence-based developments in dental hygiene, periodontal care, airway health, and sleep-related dentistry.

What We're Looking For

- Current Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license in the state of practice.

- Current CPR/BLS certification.

- Interest in airway dentistry, sleep health, myofunctional concepts, or comprehensive dentistry is highly valued.

- A willingness to learn and grow within an airway-focused practice.

- New graduates are welcome to apply if they demonstrate strong clinical fundamentals, professionalism, and a genuine desire to learn.

What We Use

- Cavitron ultrasonic scaler

- ReLeaf suction system

- NUPRO Freedom hands-free polishing system

- Dexis x-ray sensors

- Dentrix software

- i-CAT CBCT imaging

- Large operatories
Benefits

- Health Insurance Reimbursement Credit

- Discounted dental services

- Offers 401k with employer match

- CE credits

- Access to on-site gym

- Access to red light therapy treatments

- Scrub and shoe allowance

- On-site laundry
Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to work in a practice that looks beyond routine cleanings and focuses on whole-person, comprehensive oral health. You'll have the opportunity to expand your knowledge of airway-focused dentistry while developing meaningful relationships with patients and being part of a collaborative team.

We value clinical excellence, continued education, teamwork, and creating a positive experience for both our patients and our team.

Hours:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (1 hour lunch)
Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM (paid lunch meeting-lunch provided)
Wednesday: CLOSED
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM (30-minute lunch)
Friday: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM (no lunch) *last Friday of every month off
Pay: $45.00 - $60.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Paid time off
Work Location: In person

Requirements

• Registered Dental Hygienist
• Dentrix
• CPR Certification
• BLS Certification
• Patient interaction

About Dr. Veronica Tovar DDS SC

Veronica Tovar, DDS Family Dental Care in Appleton provides gentle, quality dental care in a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere for patients of all ages. Their dedicated team focuses on ensuring a great experience for every visit, with a mission to give patients beautiful, healthy smiles through quality care and cosmetic dentistry.