Dental Hygienist

About the Milledge Dental Partners Clinical Team 

We are looking to hire the best Clinical Team members to support our dental practices.  We are seeking individual who are driven and team-oriented.

Our practices are located in East TN - Crossville, Knoxville, Sevierville, Morristown, Johnson City and Erwin.

Dental Hygienist 

The Dental Hygienist is responsible for providing patients with preventative and periodontal oral care by performing and interpreting dental radiographs, performing oral cancer screenings, performing preventative and non-surgical periodontal therapies, and educating patients. This role requires a deep knowledge of relevant health and safety rules, a good eye for oral diseases and anomalies, a steady hand, and a heart for excellence in dental hygiene practice.

Compensation and Benefits: 

• The salary range for the Dental Hygienist Lead is $320 to $400+ a day.
• Monthly performance bonus of % of monthly net production target  
• Paid Holidays 
• Performance Learning tools to quickly develop and advance your skills. 
• Mentorship and access to top leaders that will mentor and develop you. 
• Paid Time Off, Health, Vision

Work Standards 

• 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday – Thursday 
• Daily Morning Team Huddle 
• Seven (7) hours of dentistry per day 
• Daily Preparation for next day patients
• Daily Cleaning and Next Day Preparation 

Role-Specific Responsibilities: 

• Updating and reviewing patients' medical and dental history, chart, and treatment plan 2-weeks in advance of appointments 
• Communicating with patients to prepare for future appointments and align treatment expectations. 
• Examining patients' teeth and surrounding tissue to diagnose and treat full-mouth oral health issues.
• Taking and leveraging X-rays and digital imaging to guide oral examinations. 
• Creating treatment plans for needed restorative treatment or referral.
• Providing preventative and periodontal treatment to patients to improve oral healthcare. 
• Educating patients on good oral hygiene practices and advising them on proper aftercare following certain dental procedures. 
• Performing oral cancer screenings
• Recording noted dental caries, periodontal findings, and oral pathology.
• Performing preventative and non-surgical periodontal treatment. 
• Applying fluorides, sealants, and other dental caries preventative agents.
• Sharpening and sterilizing instruments
• Maintaining a dental hygiene program for patients
• Working with dentists and dental assistants.
• Understanding of current OSHA requirements during the disinfection and sterilization process.

Role-Specific Success Factors: 

• The ability to use dental instruments and equipment required to provide high-quality oral healthcare. 
• The ability to work with a team. 
• High-Quality treatment planning and execution skills. 
• High-Quality hand skills. 
• Desire to always learn.
• Excellent communication skills. 
• Helpful and polite. 

Role-Specific Requirements: 

• An associate degree from an accredited dental hygiene program.
• State dental hygiene license in good standing
• Current CPR license
• Current Hepatitis B vaccinations
• Local anesthesia license
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Comfortable with computers for a variety of tasks
• Knowledge of the relationship between oral health and systemic health  
• Leadership and problem-solving skills. 
• Friendly, professional, and highly organized. 

Role-Specific Metrics: 

• Patient Appointment Preparation and Communications 
• Scheduled Net Production per Day 
• Treatment Plan Accuracy and Execution 
• Patient Satisfaction 

Milledge Dental Partners is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Milledge Dental Partners is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.  

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