Dental Hygienist

Smile Brands • Dubuque, IA

137d • Onsite

About The Position

At Midwest Dental Dubuque, supported by Smile Brands, you'll find the best of both worlds: the close-knit feel of a community dental practice combined with the resources, technology, and support of a nationwide organization committed to clinical excellence. We're looking for a passionate, patient-focused Dental Hygienist who wants more than just a schedule of appointments—you want to build relationships, practice at the top of your license, educate patients, and make a lasting impact on oral health in the Dubuque community. Whether you're an experienced hygienist or a new graduate eager to grow your career, you'll join a team that values collaboration, clinical autonomy, and exceptional patient care.

Requirements

• Current Iowa Dental Hygienist license or eligibility to obtain licensure
• Current CPR certification
• Strong communication and patient education skills
• Passion for preventive care and improving patient health
• Commitment to teamwork and delivering exceptional experiences
• New graduates are encouraged to apply
• Either an active state hygiene license or eligibility to become licensed (new grads are welcome!)
• A current CPR certification

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive preventive and therapeutic hygiene care
• Perform patient assessments, periodontal charting, and oral cancer screenings
• Educate patients on oral health, home care, and disease prevention
• Partner with doctors to identify and present treatment opportunities that improve long-term patient outcomes
• Build trust and lasting relationships with patients and their families
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure compliance with state and regulatory guidelines
• Contribute to a positive, team-oriented office culture focused on outstanding patient care
• Deliver high-quality standard of care through preventive treatments, diagnostics, and evidence-based protocols.
• Educate and motivate patients toward better oral and overall health.
• Collaborate with dentists and hygiene teammates to co-diagnose and personalize treatment.
• Create a welcoming, judgement-free environment for every patient.
• Stay current with new technologies and instruments that advance care.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and incentive opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Company-paid continuing education opportunities
• Flexible scheduling options
• Generous Paid time off accrual
• Career growth opportunities within a nationwide network of supported practices
• paid time off (“PTO”)
• health, dental, vision
• health savings account
• telemedicine
• flexible spending accounts
• life insurance
• disability insurance
• employee discount programs
• pet insurance
• a 401k plan
• complimentary CEs
• access to other internal training opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed