Dental Hygienist

W3Global; Gray (ME); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Paid time off

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance stipend

Holidays

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Flexible schedule

Professional development

Job summary

W3Global in Gray, ME is seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) for a full-time, in-person position with a 3.5-day work week. You will perform routine cleanings, assess patient history, take digital X-rays, and maintain accurate records while delivering a welcoming patient experience.

The role emphasizes preventive care, patient education, infection control, HIPAA compliance, and collaboration with the dental team.

Qualifications

• Active Maine RDH license required.
• Graduate of an accredited dental hygiene program.
• Strong clinical and patient-care skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to educate patients effectively and build long-term relationships.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team.
• Knowledge of infection control and HIPAA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine dental cleanings and preventive hygiene procedures.
• Complete patient assessments and review relevant medical and dental history.
• Take digital dental X-rays as needed.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient records and documentation.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene, preventive care, and periodontal health.
• Identify oral health concerns and communicate findings appropriately with the dental team.
• Support the development of individualized treatment recommendations.
• Create a comfortable, welcoming, and positive patient experience.
• Follow infection control, sterilization, HIPAA, and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with dentists, dental assistants, and other team members to provide comprehensive patient care.

Skills

Active Maine RDH license

Graduate of accredited dental hygiene

Clinical and patient-care skills

Excellent communication and Inter-pers

Educate patients effectively

Attention to detail and documentation

Independent work capability

Infection control and HIPAA knowledge

Education

RDH license in Maine

Tools

Eaglesoft

Dentrix

Digital X-ray systems

Job description

• Perform routine dental cleanings and preventive hygiene procedures.
• Complete patient assessments and review relevant medical and dental history.
• Take digital dental X-rays as needed.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient records and documentation.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene, preventive care, and periodontal health.
• Identify oral health concerns and communicate findings appropriately with the dental team.
• Support the development of individualized treatment recommendations.
• Create a comfortable, welcoming, and positive patient experience.
• Follow infection control, sterilization, HIPAA, and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with dentists, dental assistants, and other team members to provide comprehensive patient care.

Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)

Locations: Gray and/or Portland area

Job Type: Full-Time

Schedule: 3.5-Day Work Week

Work Setting: In Person

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine dental cleanings and preventive hygiene procedures.
• Complete patient assessments and review relevant medical and dental history.
• Take digital dental X-rays as needed.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient records and documentation.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene, preventive care, and periodontal health.
• Identify oral health concerns and communicate findings appropriately with the dental team.
• Support the development of individualized treatment recommendations.
• Create a comfortable, welcoming, and positive patient experience.
• Follow infection control, sterilization, HIPAA, and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with dentists, dental assistants, and other team members to provide comprehensive patient care.

Qualifications

• Active Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license in Maine.
• Graduate of an accredited dental hygiene program.
• Strong clinical and patient-care skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to educate patients effectively and build long-term relationships.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team.
• Knowledge of infection control and HIPAA requirements.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with dental practice management software such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix.
• Familiarity with digital dental imaging/X-ray systems.
• Experience in a family, general, or cosmetic dental practice.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base compensation.
• Performance-based bonus opportunity of approximately $1,000-$2,000 additional per month, depending on performance and practice production.
• Up to 4 weeks of paid time off.
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance stipend of approximately $500/month.
• 7-9 paid holidays.
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Professional and clinical development opportunities

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• 3.5-day work week for improved work-life balance.
• Strong earning potential through base compensation and monthly bonuses.
• Generous PTO.
• Health insurance support.
• Collaborative and patient-focused work environment.
• Opportunity to work in a modern family and cosmetic dental setting.
• Focus on quality patient care rather than simply production.