Job Title: Pediatric Dental Hygienist – Join Our Fun, Fast-Paced Team in Tigard!
Location: Tigard corner of Durham and 99W— across the street from Trader Joes! Kona Kids Dentistry
Are you a dental hygienist looking for a change of pace? Do you love working with kids and want to avoid the overuse injuries common in adult dental practices? Our pediatric dental office is hiring a full-time Dental Hygienist to join our vibrant, energetic team!
Why Choose Pediatric Dentistry?
No More Overuse Injuries: Say goodbye to carpal tunnel and lower back pain! Pediatric dentistry is fast-paced and dynamic, with shorter appointment times and smaller mouths to work on. Your body will thank you! (IYKYK)
Fun, Positive Environment: Appointments are shorter for little ones and longer for the teenagers — dictated by the clinical team. The day flies by!
Make a Difference: Help children build healthy habits and positive associations with dental care that will last a lifetime. With caries rate so high in Oregon (55% of all kindergarteners have had a cavity before their first day of school), we are a prevention focused office.
What We’re Looking For:
Licensed Dental Hygienist in Oregon (or ability to obtain licensure)
Experience working with children is a plus, but we’re happy to train the right candidate!
A warm, friendly and enthusiastic personality and the ability to connect with kids and parents alike
Strong attention to detail and a passion for preventive care
Have or willing to obtain local anesthesia endorsement.
What We Offer:
Competitive salary ($59-62/hr) and benefits: health insurance, paid Hollidays, PTO, and best in the city no-match-required retirement plan that includes all of this: 401(k), Profit Sharing and Cash Balance with most team members getting between and additional 4%-8.5% of total compensation that totals $1000s each year
Flexible scheduling options
Dental Care for you and your children!
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities. $1000 annual CE stipend.
A supportive, collaborative team that prides itself on positive and clear communication with each other and the families of the practice.
About Us: We’re a well-established three doctor pediatric dental practice established in 2004, dedicated to providing top-notch quality care to our little patients. Our office is modern, kid-friendly, prevention focused and equipped with the latest technology to make your job easier and more enjoyable. Digital charting, cavitorns, flexible Scan X radiographs. With the average stay for most dental staff in Oregon is <2.5 years, ours is over 7.5 with 3 current members just celebrated their 10 year anniversary. Why, because we keep our promises. We have a team member who is moving to Wisconsin and another who is reducing her hours to spend time with her growing family. Monday - Thursday with an occasional Tuesday - Friday week every other month. Never have opened on Saturday or Sunday or after 5pm.
Ready to Make the Switch? If you’re ready to leave the aches and pains of adult hygiene behind and embrace the joy of working with kids, we’d love to hear from you!
How to Apply: Send your resume and a brief note about why you’re excited about pediatric dentistry to email below! Let’s chat about how you can join our team and make a difference in the lives of Portland area kids!
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Join us and discover why pediatric dentistry is the best-kept secret in dental hygiene!
www.KonaKids.com
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