Dental Hygienist - Gallatin, TN
About The Position
We are seeking a skilled and patient-focused Dental Hygienist for a technology-forward office. This role offers a supportive, schedule-focused environment with no late nights or weekends. You will deliver exceptional preventive and periodontal care, perform thorough patient assessments, educate patients on oral health, and partner closely with Dentists. Responsibilities include taking digital X-rays, maintaining clinical documentation, and ensuring patient comfort and understanding. Operationally, you will prepare for daily schedules, maintain organized operatories, ensure compliance with regulations, and support office productivity. Team and culture responsibilities include contributing positively to the office environment, communicating respectfully, and demonstrating adaptability and a willingness to grow. We are looking for a candidate who builds trust, communicates clearly, thrives in fast-paced environments, values teamwork, and takes pride in delivering exceptional care.
Requirements
- Active TN RDH license
- 1+ year of clinical hygiene experience preferred
- Strong understanding of periodontal protocols and patient education
- Confidence with periodontal charting, SRP identification, and co-diagnosis
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Reliable attendance and punctuality
- Professional appearance and demeanor
- Knowledge of infection control and sterilization protocols
- Strong attention to detail and operational awareness
Nice To Haves
- Experience with digital workflows, CBCT, intraoral scanners, and dental imaging technology
- Experience with dental practice management software
- Experience in high-volume or fast-paced dental offices
- Strong patient education and treatment communication skills
- Experience supporting treatment acceptance conversations
Responsibilities
- Deliver exceptional preventive and periodontal care according to clinical standards and company protocols
- Perform thorough patient assessments, periodontal charting, and hygiene diagnosis
- Identify opportunities for SRP and additional patient treatment needs appropriately
- Educate patients on oral health, periodontal disease, preventive care, and treatment recommendations
- Help patients understand the importance of treatment and long-term periodontal maintenance
- Partner closely with Dentists during co-diagnosis and treatment planning
- Take digital X-rays, CBCT scans, intraoral photos, and support diagnostic excellence
- Maintain strong clinical documentation and accurate chart notes
- Maintain consistency in patient care, diagnosis, and patient communication
- Help patients feel calm, informed, comfortable, and cared for throughout their appointments
- Support productive scheduling while maintaining quality patient care and education
- Maintain professionalism and composure during stressful or high-volume situations
- Arrive prior to Morning Huddle prepared and ready to review the daily schedule and opportunities
- Review patient charts and schedules thoroughly before appointments
- Maintain schedule efficiency and minimize unnecessary downtime
- Ensure operatories remain organized, clean, stocked, and procedure-ready
- Maintain compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, infection control, and all regulatory guidelines
- Support office productivity and operational goals positively
- Complete required daily, weekly, and monthly responsibilities consistently
- Communicate important patient information effectively with Dentists, assistants, and office leadership
- Stay current on office systems, workflows, protocols, and clinical standards
- Help reinforce patient recall and long-term periodontal maintenance consistency
- Contribute positively to office culture and team morale
- Demonstrate professionalism, emotional intelligence, and accountability consistently
- Communicate respectfully and effectively with patients, teammates, and leadership
- Support operational efficiency and productive patient flow
- Demonstrate adaptability, coachability, and a willingness to learn and grow
- Operate proactively while supporting office goals and patient experience
- Avoid gossip, negativity, or divisive workplace behavior
- Support a collaborative, growth-focused team environment
Benefits
- $2,000 Sign-On Bonus
- Highly competitive pay structure
- Hygiene commission and production incentives
- Supportive, growth-focused work environment
- Modern technology and clinical support systems
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
