Dental Hygienist

Guardian Dentistry Partners•Panama City, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Smiles in the Cove, led by Dr. Carandang, is seeking a dedicated, patient-focused Dental Hygienist to provide high-quality, personalized dental care in a friendly and supportive environment. The practice aims to give hygienists the time, tools, and clinical support needed to provide exceptional care. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with a one-hour lunch; there are no Friday or weekend hours and employees have three-day weekends. Appointments include one-hour recall visits and one-hour SRP visits for two quadrants. New patients are seen by the doctor first. Compensation is $36–$42 per hour based on experience, plus a $5,000 sign-on bonus. This is a full-time, non-exempt position in Panama City, Florida. The employer is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in undue hardship.

Requirements

Active Florida Dental Hygiene License required; new graduates and candidates awaiting licensure are encouraged to apply.
Knowledge of periodontal charting, X-rays, prophylaxis, SRP, and patient education.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Dependable, positive, and passionate about patient care.
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive hygiene services, including prophylaxis and scaling and root planing (SRP).
Complete periodontal charting and take dental X-rays.
Educate patients on oral hygiene and preventive care.
Administer fluoride treatments and other preventive services.
Identify oral health concerns and communicate treatment recommendations.
Collaborate with Dr. Carandang and the team to provide excellent patient care.
Maintain accurate clinical documentation and follow infection control protocols.
Build positive relationships and create a comfortable patient experience.