Dental Hygienist

Aura Health; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Aura Health is seeking a dedicated Dental Hygienist to perform preventive and periodontal care, educate patients, and collaborate with dentists and staff across locations.

The role emphasizes infection control, clinical excellence, and ongoing professional growth within a supportive team environment at Aura Health.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of preventive and periodontal dental procedures.
• Strong communication skills for patient education.
• Ability to work effectively in a team setting.
• Commitment to infection control standards.
• Passion for delivering high-quality patient care and maintaining a positive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and periodontal care, including cleanings, scaling, root planing, radiographs, periodontal charting, and oral cancer screenings.
• Educate patients on optimal oral hygiene practices and home care.
• Collaborate with dentists and team members across multiple locations.
• Follow strict infection control protocols to ensure patient and staff safety.
• Support a friendly, compassionate environment that emphasizes clinical excellence and professional growth.

Skills

Preventive dentistry

Periodontal procedures

Communication skills

Teamwork

Infection control

Patient care

Job description

Role: Dental Hygienist

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and periodontal care, including cleanings, scaling, root planing, radiographs, periodontal charting, and oral cancer screenings.
• Educate patients on optimal oral hygiene practices and home care.
• Collaborate with dentists and team members across multiple locations.
• Follow strict infection control protocols to ensure patient and staff safety.
• Support a friendly, compassionate environment that emphasizes clinical excellence and professional growth.

Qualifications & Skills

• Knowledge of preventive and periodontal dental procedures.
• Strong communication skills for patient education.
• Ability to work effectively in a team setting.
• Commitment to infection control standards.
• Passion for delivering high-quality patient care and maintaining a positive work environment.