Registered Dental Hygienist

Avenue Family Dental is looking for a Registered Dental Hygienist who will make a visit to our office the most pleasant experience possible for patients, while also helping the office run efficiently. The ideal candidate will have a calm, reassuring and friendly demeanor as well as the ability to multitask in a fast-paced atmosphere. Excellent customer service and administrative skills along with fluency in current dental hygiene techniques are required. The dental hygienist should be well-organized with great attention to detail. You should be able to follow instructions and dental office regulations. This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside an outstanding team in a beautiful facility.

Our mission: To be our patients' trusted dental care provider and oral health advisor, who is committed to providing the highest level of individualized care to each patient that we serve.

Responsibilities
Make patients feel welcome at Avenue Family Dental
Prepare patients for treatments or checkups, ensuring their comfort
Select and set up instruments, equipment and materials needed
Capturing digital x-rays
Use of anesthetic
Sterilizing instruments according to regulations
Undertake lab tasks as instructed
Provide oral hygiene care instructions
Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
Schedule appointments
Maintain accurate patient records
Skills
Proven experience as a registered dental hygienist
Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
Understanding of health & safety regulations required by OSHA
Good computer skills
Excellent communication and people skills
Attention to detail
Well-organized and reliable
High school diploma; licensed as a registered dental hygienist in the state of Illinois
Additional certification or training is an asset
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $38.00 - $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Work Location: In person