Landing a Job

Dimensions Brand Ambassador Simòn Bud, RDH, a practicing dental hygienist in California’s Simi Valley and Westlake Village shares some tips on how to stand out and land a job. Applying for and landing your first job as a dental hygienist can seem like an overwhelming task. How are you supposed to present yourself as someone who can be...

You’ve applied to several employment postings or have been called in for interviews, but you have yet to receive a job offer. Why is it taking so long to land a position? Consider these 5 common mistakes that may be holding you back from getting hired.  1. YOU DON’T STAND OUT It’s easy to forget the person who...

Landing the perfect job directly after graduation is the dream of many dental hygiene students, but what if you face difficulty in finding a job? Here are some ways to find your next job.  1. LINKEDIN Take your LinkedIn profile up a notch by keeping your resume, qualifications, and “about me” section up to date. Switch on the...

We all have had those days—or weeks—in the office when things do not go as planned. Maybe you received some negative patient feedback or your dentist was demanding. Either way, making mistakes or being reprimanded by a manager can knock your self-confidence. Here are some ideas on how to take criticism in stride, and find your self-confidence.  TAKE...

Dimensions Brand Ambassador Melissa Calhoun, BAS-DH, RDH, shares about her experiences temping in various dental offices, and provides tips on how to be successful in temping.  When I began working as a dental hygienist 15 years ago, I pictured myself working in a single practice my entire career. Once I became a Navy spouse, I realized that staying...

Ann Cote, RDH, MSHA, a clinical dental hygienist who has been working in the dental field for more than 17 years in private practice, and also teaches part-time at Three Rivers Community College in Norwich, Connecticut, shares how she manages a hectic hygiene schedule. ORGANIZATION IS KEY As a dental hygiene student, new graduate, or a seasoned hygienist,...

You may have lived in scrubs throughout dental hygiene school but the job interview is not the time to wear medical garments. A job interview is the time to make a lasting impression on the hiring manger, and your professional attire is an important component. BLAZERS It’s amazing how a good blazer can make an outfit. Dress up...

Landing the perfect job directly after graduation is the dream of many dental hygiene students but what if the dental office is not a good fit? Here is some advice from dental hygienists who bounced back from a negative work experience. “My first job was in an antiquated office with no ultrasonic, little instrument selection, and one receptionist...

It’s finally happened. You completed the dental hygiene program, passed the board exam, and walked across the stage to accept your diploma. But things are not lining up as you imagined. If you have not found a full-time job, are not mentally prepared to take on a full-time position, or are considering furthering your education, here are other...

Several statements should be off limits during an interview to avoid making a bad impression. Avoid bashing former coworkers, listing your weaknesses, or anything else that could lead a hiring manager to believe you’re not the right hire. Skip saying the following 7 statements at your next interview.   I didn’t get along with my boss/coworkers. You do...