POSITION SUMMARY

The Hygienist at Burns Dentistry is a key member of the team, working closely with our dentists to ensure a dynamic and memorable patient experience. This role is responsible for the delivery of exceptional dental care through conducting initial patient screenings, cleaning teeth, and educating patients on oral health and preventative care. The Hygienist is the patient’s advocate throughout their dental experience, providing meaningful patient feedback with compassion. 

ABOUT BURNS DENTISTRY

We are Burns Dentistry, we provide comprehensive state-of-the-art dental care in a dynamic, fun, and supportive environment, and we are growing by the day. Our mission is to reinvent the dental experience, adding value to people's lives one smile at a time. We are dependable and driven to see each team member achieve their personal, professional, and financial goals through working together. Our core values are the backbone of our business and guide our hiring process: we are Results-driven, Accountable for our actions, Dependable team members, work in Alignment with our goals, and we operate with Respect. 

PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES

• Create a positive and individualized experience for each patient 

• Build rapport with patients to ensure a memorable smile
• Ensure patients are well educated on their dental plan including homecare plan
• Schedule patient follow-up appointments, accommodating for potential scheduling conflicts
• Identify areas of concern such as gingivitis, caries or periodontitis
• Maintain current health history, documentation, and charts on each patient
• Maintain dental instruments, supplies and equipment inventory, and other ancillary duties

KEY COMPETENCIES

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to be successful in this role, but are not necessarily all-inclusive

• Ability to thrive in an environment of change and growth
• Accountable and coachable to learn 
• Ability to engage with patients, providers, and team members building professional relationships
• Strong written and verbal communication skills 
• Ability to be flexible and accept different work assignments within the practice, which may include travel to other locations, with a positive approach
• Ability to think individually as well as collaboratively when approaching job responsibilities
• Ability to exercise confidentiality with patients and patient care

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED), (Required)
• Registered Dental Hygienist license, (Required) 
• Laser Certification (Preferred), open to become certified within 30 days, (Required) 
• 2 years of Hygiene experience, (Preferred)   

BENEFITS

• Performance Based Monthly Incentives
• Employer-Sponsored: Health and Vision Insurance 
• Premier PPO & HDHP Coverage Plan Options
• Company dental discounts for employee and immediate family
• $10,000 Employer-Paid Life Insurance & AD&D
• Employer-Paid LTD Coverage 
• Paid Holiday, Vacation, and Sick time
• 401(k) Options 
• Mountainside Fitness Membership
• Professional Training & Development Opportunities

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Requires the ability to sit, stand, and walk for prolonged periods of time 
• Requires ability to occasionally lift up to 25lbs
• Ability to pass a criminal background check, (Required) 

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

As an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting the needs of a multigenerational and multicultural workforce, Burns Dentistry recognizes that a diverse staff, reflective of our community, is an integral and welcome part of a successful and ethical business. We hire local talent at all levels regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or disability and actively foster inclusion in all forms both within our company and across interactions with clients, candidates, and partners.