Dental Hygienist, Penn Dental Family Practice

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The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America’s Best Large Employers in 2023.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Posted Job Title

Dental Hygienist, Penn Dental Family Practice

Job Profile Title

Dental Hygienist

Job Description Summary

Penn Dental Medicine’s Family Practice (PDFP) is interested in hiring the best and the brightest dental hygienists – who are looking to broaden their skill sets and gain valuable experience in the art and science of the dental field. Together, the team works collaboratively to provide multi-specialty care utilizing leading techniques in patient care.

As a member of the PDFP family, individuals are provided the opportunity to work alongside a team whose mission is to provide quality dental care which exceeds patient expectations. Ideal candidates must:
1. Be ready to have a voice on a highly collaborative team
2. Stay thirsty and always seek to learn and improve upon patient service and clinical practice
3. SMILE…because WE make people smile!

Penn employs are provided substantial paid time off and sick leave. To learn more about University benefits, visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/docs/default-source/benefits/benefits-at-a-glance.pdf?sfvrsn=7ecda4c6_107

Job Description

Our ideal candidate will partner and collaborate with a team of talented, engaged dental assistants and dentists in providing exceptional patient experiences.  Additionally, individuals selected for this role will have experience and champion their position as a leader of the clinical practice – serving as an educator and role model to dental assistants as well as partner and bridge for dentists and patient care.

PATIENT CARE

• Ensure that operatories are well supplied with necessary supplies

• Handle sharpening, sterilization, and maintenance of all instruments and equipment

• Escort patients to and from operatories

• Help to acquaint patients with preventive care-oriented practice philosophy

• Help to m