Top Strategies to Hire Your Next Dental Hygienist
July 23, 2024
There still seems to be a lot of chatter about lack of hygienists.
Is this true?
What are your thoughts about this chatter?
At Dental Practice Solutions we are very supportive of dentists who need to hire a dental hygienist. We also add support to the dental hygienists who are looking for a great career as a clinical dental hygienist.
All of our clients over the past four years have been able to successfully hire great hygienists.
How were they able to do this?
Our clients, dentists and their team, implemented several additional strategies that I’ll detail in this blog.
Once we were able to identify their ideal candidates, the entire team knew exactly what steps to take. Every client at Dental Practice Solutions receives training to hire the best employees and what to look for in a great candidate.
We enjoy coming alongside our clients to support not only their practice growth but we want to provide reassurance that they can hire employees who are a perfect fit for their dental practice philosophy and are able to support the vision for their dental office.
Our clients and their team have access to online training which supports the new employee, setting up expectations with a direct path to their future success.
Keep reading and learn the top strategies to hire your next dental hygienist.
What are some of these extra measures that will help solve your search for a hygienist?
Let’s dive in:
1. Craft your job advertisement with your ideal dental hygienist in mind, not just yourself.
In a competitive job market, many dental hygienists who are looking for work may already be employed elsewhere. Your ad should be concise and focused on what the hygienist stands to gain from working with you, rather than solely listing your needs.
2. Follow up on every application.
Avoid dismissing candidates over minor issues like typos in resumes. Conduct interviews to get a real sense of each candidate’s suitability. If you find a strong match, don’t hesitate to make an offer promptly.
3. Consider removing unnecessary filters from your online job postings.
This can expand your candidate pool by ensuring your ad reaches more potential applicants who might not fit standard filters.
4. Reach out beyond traditional hiring platforms.
Explore partnerships with hygiene schools, online communities, and professional associations to widen your search.
5. Extend your search geographically if necessary.
Advertising in other parts of your state and offering relocation assistance can attract candidates who are willing to move for the right opportunity.
6. Implement a referral program among your current employees.
Incentivize your employees who refer qualified candidates. This will often yield excellent hires who fit well within your team.
If you’re facing challenges in assembling the team you envision, consider exploring our Dental Practice Solutions online effective systems training.
For more insights on effective hiring practices, we have a wealth of information and we’re just a phone call away. We encourage you to explore our website and book a quick call so we can direct you down your path to success and your next amazing dental hygienist!