Registered Dental Hygienist - Full-Time
About The Position
The Staff Pad is partnering with a dental clinic in Indianapolis, Indiana, to recruit a full-time Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH). The hygienist provides high-quality preventive dental care and patient education in a supportive team environment, with clinical autonomy, mentorship, and opportunities for professional development. The role includes conducting comprehensive hygiene assessments and preventive treatments, educating patients about oral hygiene, taking dental X-rays, and screening for oral cancer and dental disease. The hygienist maintains accurate patient records, follows infection-control protocols, and collaborates with dentists and the dental team to support excellent patient outcomes. Continuing education and professional development are also part of the role.
Requirements
- Degree from an accredited dental hygiene program.
- Current, valid state dental hygiene license.
- Dental radiography certification, as required by the state.
- Strong clinical assessment, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to patient-centered care and preventive dentistry.
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive dental hygiene assessments and preventive treatments.
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and preventive care.
- Take dental X-rays and conduct oral cancer and dental disease screenings.
- Maintain accurate patient records, clinical notes, and observations.
- Follow infection-control protocols and maintain a safe clinical environment.
- Collaborate with dentists and the dental team to support excellent patient outcomes.
- Participate in continuing education and professional development.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- FSA, HSA, and dependent care accounts
- Employee assistance program
- Commuter benefits
- Mentorship and peer support
- Leadership development opportunities
- Specialty training and continuing education
- Employee perks and discounts
- Pet insurance
- Collaborative, supportive team environment
- Clinical autonomy
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
