Autonomous Dental Hygienist: Tech-Driven Care & Growth

Aspen Dental; Festus (MO); On-site; USD 104,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Continuing education

Disability coverage

Employee assistance program

Pet insurance

Job summary

Aspen Dental is seeking a dental hygienist to partner with doctors in delivering patient‑centered care in a modern clinical environment. You’ll assess oral health, educate patients, and use advanced digital tools to support decisions.

The role includes thorough onboarding, hands‑on training, and ongoing learning through TAG University. Full‑time, part‑time, or PRN opportunities with autonomy to manage your day and schedule.

Qualifications

• Active dental hygiene license in the state of practice.
• Associate degree or higher in dental hygiene from an accredited program.
• Strong communication skills and a passion for patient education.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the doctor to develop and deliver personalized patient care plans.
• Utilize digital technology to support clinical assessments, case acceptance, and patient communication.
• Collaborate with the dental team to deliver exceptional patient experiences.
• Manage your schedule and supplies with the autonomy needed to provide comprehensive care.

Skills

Patient education

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in dental hygiene

Tools

TRIOS 3D scanning

Videa AI

Voice-activated perio charting

Job description

Aspen Dental is seeking a dental hygienist to partner with doctors in delivering patient‑centered care in a modern clinical environment. You’ll assess oral health, educate patients, and use advanced digital tools to support decisions.

The role includes thorough onboarding, hands‑on training, and ongoing learning through TAG University. Full‑time, part‑time, or PRN opportunities with autonomy to manage your day and schedule.