Job Description

We are looking to hire a Dental Hygienist who is excited about a fun and rewarding career in the Pediatric Dental field. This is a part-time position (Monday, Wednesday and Friday) with competitive pay and great benefits!

WHO WE ARE:

Lincoln Pediatric Dentistry is dedicated to putting our patients first and making every visit a joyful experience. At Lincoln Pediatric Dentistry, we have built our practice around one main principle — compassion. We show compassion to our patients, their families, and to each other.

Visit our website to learn more: https://lincolnpediatricdentistry.com/

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Someone who has a Dental Hygiene degree from an accredited program and an active Nebraska dental hygiene license.
• Strong clinical skills and attention to detail, with a commitment to safe, high-quality patient care.
• Comfort working with children, including patients who may be anxious, have special needs, or require additional patience and support.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to explain oral health recommendations in a way that is easy for children and parents to understand.
• Comfort using dental practice management software, digital radiography, and other common dental technology.
• Reliable attendance, flexibility, professionalism, and a willingness to support the needs of the practice.
• A positive, team-oriented attitude and openness to feedback, coaching, and continued learning.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide preventive dental hygiene services for pediatric patients in accordance with the dentist's treatment plan and applicable standards of care.
• Perform comprehensive dental prophylaxis, including removal of plaque, calculus, and stain.
• Apply fluoride, sealants, and other preventive treatments as directed.
• Complete periodontal probing, charting, and other clinical assessments as appropriate.
• Obtain and document digital radiographs, including bitewings, periapical images, panoramic images, and other required diagnostic images.
• Provide chairside assistance and four-handed support to the dentist when needed, including helping stabilize and comfort pediatric patients.
• Provide age-appropriate oral hygiene and nutrition education and confidently answer questions from patients and parents.
• Discuss recommended continuing care, treatment needs, and preventive strategies with families in a clear, compassionate manner.
• Prepare, disinfect, set up, and tear down operatories, dental chairs, brushing stations, and other clinical areas throughout the day.
• Monitor upcoming appointments to identify future treatment, supply, or preparation needs and help ensure the schedule is appropriately prepared.
• Identify supply needs and communicate ordering or stocking needs to the appropriate team member.
• Keep treatment areas, equipment, and common clinical spaces clean, organized, safe, and well maintained.
• Support the Clinic/Practice Coordinator during absences or as needed with appropriate administrative or operational tasks.
• Assist with special projects and other non-clinical responsibilities when patient care needs allow.
• Accept feedback and coaching with a growth mindset and actively contribute to a collaborative team environment.
• Communicate professionally and respectfully with dentists, hygienists, assistants, coordinators, managers, patients, parents, and other team members.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Lead Dental Hygienist, Dentist, Practice/Clinic Coordinator, or Practice Administrator.

We offer a fun and fast-paced work environment with flexible work hours, competitive salaries ($45/hour), and excellent benefits packages.

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