Dental HygienistState College, Pennsylvania$42-$47 per Hour | Monday-Friday | Full Benefits | Supportive Private PracticeAn established, privately owned dental practice in beautiful
State College, Pennsylvania is seeking a compassionate, patient-focused Dental Hygienist to join our growing team. Whether you're an experienced hygienist or a recent graduate eager to launch your career, you'll find exceptional mentorship, a collaborative team, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on your patients' oral health.
Compensation & ScheduleCompensation- $42-$47 per hour (based on experience)
Schedule- Full-Time
- Monday-Friday
- 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Enjoy a predictable weekday schedule with evenings and weekends free.
We Offer- Competitive hourly compensation
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Continuing Education support and professional development
- Positive, collaborative work environment
- Modern clinical setting
- Long-term career stability
What You'll DoAs a valued member of our hygiene team, you'll play an essential role in helping patients achieve and maintain excellent oral health.
Responsibilities include:
- Perform comprehensive dental hygiene procedures
- Adult and pediatric prophylaxis
- Scaling and Root Planing (SRP)
- Periodontal maintenance
- Perform adjunctive hygiene therapies as indicated
- Conduct thorough patient assessments
- Review medical histories and update records
- Take diagnostic radiographs
- Educate patients on oral hygiene, preventive care, and home care techniques
- Collaborate closely with the doctor and clinical team to develop individualized treatment plans
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, infection control, and sterilization protocols
- Maintain accurate and detailed clinical documentation
- Help create a positive, comfortable experience for every patient
We're Looking For Someone Who Is...- Passionate about preventive dentistry
- Friendly, compassionate, and patient-centered
- An excellent communicator
- Detail-oriented and organized
- A collaborative team player
- Committed to continuing education and professional growth
- Dedicated to providing exceptional clinical care
QualificationsRequired:
- Graduate of an accredited Dental Hygiene program
- Active Pennsylvania Dental Hygiene License (or eligibility to obtain)
- Current CPR/BLS certification (or ability to obtain)
Preferred:
- Previous clinical hygiene experience (new graduates are encouraged to apply)
- Strong communication and patient education skills
- Experience with digital charting and dental software
About the OpportunityThis is an outstanding opportunity to join a respected private practice that values clinical excellence, teamwork, and long-term relationships with both patients and employees.
If you're looking for a practice where your skills are appreciated, your professional growth is supported, and your work truly makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to learn more about this confidential opportunity in State College, Pennsylvania. 
