Dental Hygienist (68687)
CRESCENTCARENew Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Posted December 4, 2024
Full Time
About the Company
CrescentCare is a non‑profit healthcare agency dedicated to delivering comprehensive medical and social services across the Greater New Orleans area. Its core offerings include primary care, dentistry, pediatrics, behavioral health, and gender‑affirming care, complemented by case management, health education, and advocacy. The organization uniquely integrates HIV/AIDS support, legal assistance, and essential resources such as food and housing aid into a single community‑based framework. With roots as the NO/AIDS Task Force founded in 1983, CrescentCare’s long‑standing commitment to inclusive, holistic wellness sets it apart as a leader in compassionate, community‑driven healthcare.
Job Description
The registered dental hygienist is responsible for providing hygiene treatment to patients including patient screening procedures, education, and other periodontal procedures.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of dental hygiene
- Registered Dental Hygienist licensure in state of practice
- Welcome New Grad hygienist 1-2 years of experience working in a dental practice
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Proven dedication to provide high quality, comprehensive dental care
- Ability to comply with safety procedures, rules, and regulations
- Strong working knowledge of dental terminology, equipment, and practices
- Bachelor’s Degree in Related Field
- Dental Assistant Certification from an accredited school of dental hygiene
- Unrestricted license to practice Oral Hygiene in the state of Louisiana
- Current CPR (BLS) certification
- Nitrous License
- Local Anesthesia License
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage options
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Employer-paid Dental
- Employer-paid life insurance & AD&D
- Employer-paid Wellness Program
- Employer-paid Employee Assistance Program
- Employer-sponsored vision insurance
- Employer-sponsored short-term disability insurance
- Vacation time
- Sick time
- Eleven paid holidays
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
