Compassionate Dental Hygienist — Educate, Protect, Smile

Iowa Dental Associates; South Dakota; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Iowa Dental Associates seeks a dedicated Dental Hygienist to help treat patients and promote good oral health practices. You’ll assist dentists in determining treatments, perform screenings, take X-rays, and educate patients on proper care. A licensed, detail-oriented professional with strong communication is preferred.

The role emphasizes sterilization, documentation, and adherence to health and safety standards to ensure high-quality care for patients of all ages.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Dental Hygienist or similar role.
• In-depth knowledge of health and safety regulations in this profession (e.g. HIPAA).
• Experience in preparing and maintaining dental equipment.
• Outstanding communication skills.
• A patient and friendly personality.
• Attention to detail.
• Stamina to meet the physical demands of the job.
• Diploma in Dental Hygiene; Master’s is a plus.
• Valid license to practice.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patients feel as comfortable as possible before their examination.
• Sterilize dental instruments properly.
• Conduct initial mouth screenings and check oral health history.
• Identify conditions like gingivitis, caries or periodontitis.
• Clean and help protect patients’ teeth (e.g. remove plaque or apply fluoride).
• Educate patients of all ages on proper teeth care.
• Give instructions to patients after operations or other dental procedures.
• Take X-rays or dental impressions.
• Assist dentists with selecting appropriate treatments for various diseases (including oral cancer).
• Maintain documentation and charts on each patient.
• Monitor supplies.

Skills

Dental Hygiene

HIPAA

Communication

Attention to detail

Stamina

Diploma in Dental Hygiene

Licensed

Education

Diploma in Dental Hygiene

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Dental radiography equipment

X-ray imaging

Job description

Iowa Dental Associates seeks a dedicated Dental Hygienist to help treat patients and promote good oral health practices. You’ll assist dentists in determining treatments, perform screenings, take X-rays, and educate patients on proper care. A licensed, detail-oriented professional with strong communication is preferred.

The role emphasizes sterilization, documentation, and adherence to health and safety standards to ensure high-quality care for patients of all ages.