Dental Hygienist

Valley Healthcare System Inc • Columbus, GA

13h • $63,733 • Onsite

About The Position

Valley Healthcare System provides comprehensive primary care, selected specialties, and referral services for residents of the Chattahoochee Valley, regardless of circumstances. We are a patient-centered, team-based organization that puts our community first. Our company is growing rapidly, and we are currently in search of a Dental Hygienist who shares our passion for improving lives through compassionate care.

Position Summary
The Dental Hygienist is responsible for delivering high-quality dental hygiene care to patients, including exams, prophylaxis, scaling and root planning, oral health education, and more. The ideal candidate will be patient-focused, team-oriented, and committed to helping our patients maintain their dental health across the lifespan.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited Dental Hygiene program (minimum 2 years post-secondary)
• Current Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license in the state of Georgia
• Current CPR certification
• Proficient in performing prophylaxis and taking X-rays
• Prior experience in a clinical setting preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative care team
• Attention to detail and strong documentation skills

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in a clinical setting preferred

Responsibilities

• Review and prepare patient charts and health histories daily.
• Collaborate with administrative staff to schedule hygiene patients efficiently.
• Perform thorough and gentle prophylaxis.
• Conduct scaling, root planning, and selective polishing.
• Accurately chart periodontal health and update dental records.
• Polish dental restorations as appropriate.
• Provide oral hygiene instruction and nutritional counseling to patients.
• Maintain cleanliness and readiness of treatment rooms and equipment.
• Manage hygiene-related supply inventory and patient education materials.
• Participate actively in team meetings and office improvement initiatives.
• Assist with the recall system and front office coordination as needed.
• Support the dentist and broader clinical team with delegated duties.

Benefits

• $10,000.00 Sign-On Bonus (Limited Time Offer)
• Full Benefits Package includes: 100% employer-paid Medical coverage (valued at $10,000/year), Long-term Disability coverage, and free Dental and Vision services in our clinics. Additional Dental, Vision, and Short-term disability coverage is available for purchase at a reduce cost.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees