Registered Dental Hygienist
Title: Registered Dental Hygienist
Location: St. George, UT
Status: Full-Time
Description:
Gateway Oral Health Center is an established fee-for-service, private practice that has carved out a powerful niche in biologic/holistic dentistry & is looking for a hygienist to join their team! If you like to help patients understand dental health challenges, this practice is for you. We are seeking a full-time, open-minded, experienced person who wants to become certified in myofunctional therapy and a patient-focused hygienist.
Requirements
- UT State Dental Hygiene Licensure (Required)
- Ability to commute/relocate (Required)
- Active CPR Certification
- Local Anesthesia
Compensation and Benefits
- $40-50/Hr Based on Experience
- PTO
- Dental Benefits
- CE and Training in Myofunctional Therapy
- Membership dues into Biological Association and Myofunctional Association
Who We Are
- We have six (6) operatories and two (2) Doctors.
- We invest in our team long-term.
- We welcome 50 new patients a month.
- We have a dedicated, caring, and fun team focused on patient-focused care.
- We are health-focused.
- We are root-caused investigators.
- We are relationship-based with longer appointments.
Who You Are
- You are excited to be recognized for your excellent patient care.
- You find joy in seeing patients progress in their health journey.
- You can build relationships and communicate effectively with our patients.
- You are invested in your co-workers and the office culture.
- You are committed to growth in dentistry.
- You are trained or want to be trained in myofunctional therapy.
Job Responsibilities
- Accurate charting
- Interpret test results, communicate protocols, and educate patients
- Doctor support and collaboration
- Excellent digital X-rays, CBCT, intraoral photography
- Skilled patient education.
- Build long-term relationships with patients, the doctor, and the team.
Schedule
- Full-time, four (4) days, family-friendly hours
- Optional Fridays
- No weekends
What about Dr. Eagar, the owner?
Dr. Eagar grew up in West Valley, Utah. He has lived in Utah, Nevada, Maryland, Minnesota, and New Mexico and is glad to be in St. George for the past 10 years. Dr. Eagar did his undergrad at CSN and UNLV in Las Vegas and attended dental school in Minneapolis at the University of Minnesota. He started his Military career in dental school by joining the Minnesota National Guard and later transferred to the New Mexico National Guard. Dr. Eagar finished his Army career in the Army Reserves after serving 13.5 years.
Dr. Eagar’s journey to become a Biological Dentist started with his and his family’s health. His curious mind keeps him reading, attending dental & health conferences, and searching for solutions for his patients. When he is not thinking of teeth, researching dental airways, and dreaming about oral bacteria, he likes to ride the river trails on his e-bike with his wife and three kids.