Dental Hygienist

Makowski Dental is growing and we're looking to add a Part-Time Dental Hygienist!

Since 1983, Makowski Dental has provided high-quality dental care to individuals across Colorado. As a result, we developed a comprehensive understanding of all aspects of dentistry and successfully treated countless patients. As a boutique dental office, we are able to give 100% of our time, effort, and attention to each of our patients. We’re looking for a passionate Dental Hygienist who thrives in a fast-paced setting and loves making a meaningful impact each day.

Find us at 1220 S Parker Road Suite 104 Denver, CO 80231. Centrally located near the Parker/Mississippi intersection with easy commuting from Denver and Aurora.

Part-time schedule will be 1-2 days/week, we are flexible on the exact days.

Office hours as follows:

• Monday & Wednesday (morning huddle starts at 7:15am) 7:30am - 4:30pm with a 1-hour break
• Tuesday & Thursday (morning huddle starts at 7:15am) 7:30am - 4:00pm with a 30 min break
  • (willing to consider full-time applicants as well)

Responsibilities:

• Conduct patient screening procedures, including assessing oral health conditions, reviewing patient health history, performing oral cancer screenings, head and neck inspections, dental charting, and taking blood pressure and pulse
• Take digital radiographs
• Follow practice protocols for quality assurance, biohazards, infection control, referrals, emergency medicine, implants, perio program, and emergency treatment
• Demonstrate proficient skills in dental prophylaxis and use of cavitron/prophy jet
• Apply preventive materials to teeth (e.g., sealants and fluorides) and make impressions of patients' teeth for study casts
• Promote good dental and general health by educating patients on oral hygiene techniques, flossing and brushing, providing oral hygiene instructions, nutritional counseling, and dispensing oral hygiene aids
• Maintain a sterile and organized working environment following infection control procedures
• Familiarize patients with their dental visit, provide support and compassion
• Chart dentition, evaluate hard and soft tissue, document existing restorations, decay, perio charting, and treatments

Compensation:

• Compensation based on experience ($58-65/hour)
• Part time benefits include uniform allowance, employee dental benefits, wellness time

Candidate Requirements:

• Active CO RDH License
• CPR and First Aid certification

Smile Jobs is the exclusive recruiting partner for a network of independent neighborhood practices and boutique groups located throughout Michigan, Colorado, Ohio, Georgia, Illinois, and Alabama. These affiliated offices are higher-end fee-for-service and/or select PPO-based, doctor led practices, with long standing reoccurring patients and strong reputations.

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