Dental Hygienist

Smile Brands Inc.; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 66,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Smile Brands Inc. is seeking a Dental Hygienist in Franklin, TN to deliver high-quality preventive hygiene care within a supportive team. You will perform assessments, educate patients on oral health, and collaborate with dentists to tailor treatments while maintaining top-of-scope practice.

You’ll grow professionally with company-paid CE, training, and development opportunities, in a welcoming environment that emphasizes patient comfort and respectful care.

Qualifications

• Active state hygienist license or eligibility.
• New graduates welcome.
• Current CPR certification.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to patient education and prevention.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality preventive dental hygiene care.
• Perform assessments, diagnostics and preventive treatments.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and prevention.
• Build trusting, welcoming patient experiences.
• Collaborate with dentists and hygienists to personalize care.
• Stay current with dental technologies and best practices.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and safety standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Patient education

Customer care

Education

Licensed Dental Hygienist or eligible to become licensed in the state

New graduates welcome

Current CPR certification

Job description

Overview

As a Dental Hygienist, you’ll play an important role in helping patients achieve healthier smiles and better overall health. You’ll have the opportunity to practice at the top of your scope, build meaningful relationships with patients and work alongside a collaborative dental team.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Practice at the top of your scope — Use your clinical skills, education and expertise to make a meaningful difference in patient care.
• Build patient relationships — Educate and empower patients to take an active role in their oral and overall health.
• Work as a team — Collaborate with dentists and fellow hygienists to provide personalized, comprehensive care.
• Keep growing — Access company-paid CE, training and professional development opportunities.
• Make an impact — Help patients feel comfortable, informed and confident about their care.
• Join a team that cares — Work in a supportive, welcoming environment where kindness, empathy and respect matter.

Schedule (days/hours)

M,W,Th, Fr 8a-5pm, Tuesday 9a-6pm

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality preventive dental hygiene care using evidence-based protocols.
• Perform appropriate assessments, diagnostics and preventive treatments within your scope of practice.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, prevention and the connection between oral and overall health.
• Build trusting relationships with patients and create a welcoming, judgment-free experience.
• Collaborate with dentists and hygiene teammates to identify patient needs and personalize treatment.
• Stay current with dental technologies, instruments and best practices that enhance patient care.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and follow applicable safety and compliance standards.

Qualifications

• Licensed Dental Hygienist or eligible to become licensed in the state of practice.
• New graduates are welcome!
• Current CPR certification.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for patient care, education and prevention.
• Commitment to providing an exceptional patient experience.
• A collaborative, positive approach to working with patients and teammates.

Compensation

$48-$50 per hour

About Us

Benefits are determined by employment status/hours worked and include paid time off (“PTO”), health, dental, vision, health savings account, telemedicine, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability insurance, employee discount programs, pet insurance, and a 401k plan. As a dental hygienist, you'll also enjoy complimentary CEs and access to other internal training opportunities to support your growth.

Smile Brands supports over 650 affiliated dental practices across 28 states all focused on a single mission of delivering Smiles For Everyone!® Smiles for patients, providers, employees, and community partners. Everyone. Our growing portfolio of affiliated dental brands and practice models range from large regional brands to uniquely branded local practices. This role is associated with the affiliated dental office listed at the top of the job posting on our career site.

Smile Brands Inc. and all Affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), protected hair style and texture (The CROWN Act), genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. If you would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].