Dental Hygienist

Smile Brands

$93K — $97K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Licensed Dental Hygienist or must be eligible for licensure in state of practice.
  • Open to new graduates pursuing their dental hygiene career.
  • Required to possess current CPR certification.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • Demonstrated passion for patient care, education, and preventive practices.
  • Dedicated to delivering an exceptional patient experience.
  • Collaborative and positive attitude in team settings.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver high-quality preventive dental hygiene care utilizing evidence-based protocols.
  • Conduct assessments, diagnostics, and preventive treatments within scope.
  • Educate patients on oral hygiene and the link between oral and overall health.
  • Cultivate trusting relationships with patients for a welcoming environment.
  • Collaborate with dentists and hygiene teammates to tailor patient treatment plans.
  • Stay updated on dental technologies and best practices to enhance patient care.
  • Maintain accurate clinical documentation while adhering to safety and compliance standards.

Benefits

  • Paid time off (PTO) based on employment status and hours worked.
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Health savings account and flexible spending accounts options.
  • Life and disability insurance coverage.
  • Employee discount programs and pet insurance.
  • 401k plan for retirement savings.
  • Complimentary continuing education credits and access to internal training opportunities.
Full Job Description
Overview
As a Dental Hygienist, you’ll play an important role in helping patients achieve healthier smiles and better overall health. You’ll have the opportunity to practice at the top of your scope, build meaningful relationships with patients and work alongside a collaborative dental team.Whether you’re an experienced hygienist or a new graduate beginning your career, you’ll have access to clinical support, continuing education and opportunities to keep growing your skills. Schedule (days/hours)Monday - Friday 8am to 5pm Responsibilities
  • Deliver high-quality preventive dental hygiene care using evidence-based protocols.
  • Perform appropriate assessments, diagnostics and preventive treatments within your scope of practice.
  • Educate patients on oral hygiene, prevention and the connection between oral and overall health.
  • Build trusting relationships with patients and create a welcoming, judgment-free experience.
  • Collaborate with dentists and hygiene teammates to identify patient needs and personalize treatment.
  • Stay current with dental technologies, instruments and best practices that enhance patient care.
  • Maintain accurate clinical documentation and follow applicable safety and compliance standards.
  Qualifications
  • Licensed Dental Hygienist or eligible to become licensed in the state of practice.
  • New graduates are welcome!
  • Current CPR certification.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Passion for patient care, education and prevention.
  • Commitment to providing an exceptional patient experience.
  • A collaborative, positive approach to working with patients and teammates.
Compensation$45 - $47hr About

Benefits are determined by employment status/hours worked and include paid time off (“PTO”), health, dental, vision, health savings account, telemedicine, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability insurance, employee discount programs, pet insurance, and a 401k plan. As a dental hygienist, you'll also enjoy complimentary CEs and access to other internal training opportunities to support your growth.

 

Smile Brands supports over 650 affiliated dental practices across 28 states all focused on a single mission of delivering Smiles For Everyone!® Smiles for patients, providers, employees, and community partners. Everyone. Our growing portfolio of affiliated dental brands and practice models range from large regional brands to uniquely branded local practices. This role is associated with the affiliated dental office listed at the top of the job posting on our career site.

 

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