Compassionate Dental Hygienist — Preventive Care & Patient Education

Newnan Perio & Implants; Fairburn (GA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Benefits Package

Job summary

Specialized Dental Partners is seeking a compassionate Dental Hygienist to deliver high quality preventive care and educate patients on oral hygiene. You will support the clinical team, maintain sterilization protocols, and assist the dentist during exams and procedures, with a patient-centered approach.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, radiography, and adherence to regulatory standards while contributing to a positive, respectful workplace and balanced schedule.

Qualifications

• Valid Dental Hygiene license in the state of practice.
• Associate degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough dental cleanings including scaling, polishing, and root planing as needed.
• Take and develop dental radiographs (X-rays).
• Conduct oral health assessments and chart conditions of teeth and gums.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive care.
• Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize instruments according to infection control protocols.
• Assist the dentist during exams and procedures as needed.
• Document patient care and treatment plans accurately in the dental record.
• Monitor and maintain hygiene supplies and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and other regulatory standards.
• Please note that additional responsibilities may be assigned.

Skills

Auditing

Clinical Practices

Clinical Support

Communication Skills

Dental Hygiene

Dentistry

Detail Oriented

Diversity

Federal Laws

HIPAA

Infection Control

Interpersonal Skills

Maintain Compliance

OSHA

Patient Care

Patient Education

Polishing

Preventive Medicine

Radiography

Regulations

State Laws

Sterilization

Team Player

Treatment Plan

Education

Associate degree in Dental Hygiene

Valid Dental Hygiene license

Tools

Dental software

Digital charting

Job description

Specialized Dental Partners is seeking a compassionate Dental Hygienist to deliver high quality preventive care and educate patients on oral hygiene. You will support the clinical team, maintain sterilization protocols, and assist the dentist during exams and procedures, with a patient-centered approach.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, radiography, and adherence to regulatory standards while contributing to a positive, respectful workplace and balanced schedule.