Dental Hygienist I Santa Monica
About The Position
The Dental Hygienist I (Registered Dental Hygienist) provides high-quality preventive and periodontal hygiene care within the permitted scope of practice and Company clinical standards. The role includes patient assessment and education, clinical procedures, accurate documentation, collaboration with the dentist, and supporting continuity of care and efficient clinic operations. The stated pay range is $65–$70 per hour. The production benchmark is average daily production of approximately $1,000–$1,500. Promotion consideration requires sustained average daily production of $1,500 or more over the prior six months, together with demonstrated clinical competency, quality of care, periodontal care, documentation, patient experience, reappointment, and adherence to Company standards.
Requirements
- Active California Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license in good standing.
Responsibilities
- Provide preventive and periodontal hygiene care within the permitted scope and Company clinical standards.
- Perform prophylaxis, periodontal maintenance, scaling and root planing, radiographs, periodontal charting, and other permitted hygiene procedures.
- Complete periodontal assessments and identify findings requiring dentist evaluation or additional treatment.
- Educate patients about oral health, periodontal disease, home care, and recommended preventive and periodontal treatment.
- Partner with the dentist on comprehensive diagnosis, treatment planning, and continuity of care while maintaining appropriate clinical judgment.
- Review patient charts, medical histories, radiographs, and outstanding treatment needs before and during appointments.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and complete periodontal charting, clinical notes, and other required documentation in Open Dental.
- Support reappointment and continuity of care by explaining appropriate hygiene intervals and communicating recommended follow-up.
- Maintain efficient appointment flow, room turnover, sterilization, and operatory readiness throughout the clinical day.
- Maintain required licenses and certifications and comply with HIPAA, infection-control, attendance, and Company clinical standards.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
