Dental Hygienist

Opti Staffing Group; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Bonus opportunities

FSA

Job summary

Opti Staffing has partnered with a private dental practice in the Portland metro area to recruit a Dental Hygienist for Hillsboro, OR. The role emphasizes preventive and therapeutic hygiene with modern digital tools in a collaborative setting.

Responsibilities include patient education, periodontal assessments, and treatment planning, while maintaining accurate records and contributing to a patient-first culture.

Qualifications

• Active Oregon Dental Hygiene License required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Strong patient education and relationship-building abilities desired.
• Positive, team-oriented attitude essential.
• Passion for providing exceptional patient care required.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide preventive, periodontal, and therapeutic dental hygiene care.
• Perform comprehensive periodontal assessments and develop treatment recommendations.
• Educate patients on oral health, hygiene techniques, and ongoing care plans.
• Utilize digital technology and modern dental equipment to enhance patient care.
• Work collaboratively with dentists and clinical staff to deliver exceptional patient experiences.
• Build trust with patients and help create a comfortable, positive environment during every visit.
• Maintain accurate patient documentation and treatment records.
• Support a patient-first culture focused on clinical excellence and compassionate care.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Patient education

Team-oriented attitude

Education

Active Oregon Dental Hygiene License

Job description

Dental Hygienist Location: Hillsboro, OR Pay:$40.00 - $65.00 an hour DOE

Who We Are

We're partnering with a well-established, privately owned dental practice that has built a reputation for delivering exceptional patient care through advanced dentistry and compassionate service. Serving the greater Portland metro area, this growing practice is committed to creating outstanding patient experiences while fostering a supportive, collaborative workplace where employees are valued, encouraged to grow, and celebrated for their contributions. If you're passionate about building lasting patient relationships, providing high-quality preventive care, and working alongside a team that truly enjoys what they do, this is an excellent opportunity to join a thriving practice.

What You'll Do

• Provide preventive, periodontal, and therapeutic dental hygiene care.
• Perform comprehensive periodontal assessments and develop treatment recommendations.
• Educate patients on oral health, hygiene techniques, and ongoing care plans.
• Utilize digital technology and modern dental equipment to enhance patient care.
• Work collaboratively with dentists and clinical staff to deliver exceptional patient experiences.
• Build trust with patients and help create a comfortable, positive environment during every visit.
• Maintain accurate patient documentation and treatment records.
• Support a patient-first culture focused on clinical excellence and compassionate care.

What's In It for You

• Starting pay $40.00 - $65.00 an hour DOE
• Higher compensation available based on experience and bilingual (Spanish) ability
• Part-time opportunity with potential to transition into full-time
• Monthly bonus and incentive opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (full-time)
• Paid holidays and Paid Time Off (full-time)
• 401(k) with company benefits
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Team-building events and employee celebrations
• Modern technology and equipment
• Collaborative, supportive team environment
• Opportunity for long-term career growth

What You Need to Have

• Active Oregon Dental Hygiene License
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong patient education and relationship-building abilities
• Positive, team-oriented attitude
• Passion for providing exceptional patient care
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment

The Musts

• Active Oregon Dental Hygiene License
• Outstanding patient care and customer service skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively within a collaborative team
• Reliable, professional, and compassionate demeanor
• Comfortable working onsite in Hillsboro, Oregon

Preferred

• Experience with Dentrix practice management software
• Experience using intraoral cameras
• Experience with diode laser therapy
• Periodontal therapy experience
• Spanish-speaking ability
• Previous experience in a comprehensive dental practice