Dental Hygienist

Heartland Dental LLC; Little River (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

PTO

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Paid Continuing Education Opportunities

Job summary

A leading dental support organization in Little River, SC seeks a motivated Dental Hygienist to join their team. The role offers a competitive salary, a $5000 sign-on bonus, and comprehensive benefits including health insurance and PTO. Candidates must hold a current dental hygienist license in South Carolina and possess strong patient care skills. Join a practice focused on quality patient interactions in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Current dental hygienist license in South Carolina.
• Excellent working knowledge of hygiene procedures.
• CPR Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional patient care without feeling rushed.
• Participate in team collaboration meetings.
• Perform essential dental hygiene duties.

Skills

Knowledge of dentistry

Patient care

Communication skills

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in dental hygiene

Current dental hygienist license in South Carolina

Tools

Velscope

Diagnodent

Digital x-rays

Electronic medical record systems

Job description

Overview

Dental Hygienist- Little River, SC

Join a practice that puts people first. $5000 Sign-On Bonus

Location: Dental Care at Little River, 119 Pavilion Drive, Little River, SC 29566

Full-Time (Tue–Fri) | Competitive Pay | Full Benefits

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

Patient-Centered Care
We believe in quality over quantity. Our practice is designed to give you the time you need to build trust with patients, educate them on oral health, and deliver exceptional care, without feeling rushed.

Full Benefits Package
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health Insurance
• PTO
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance
• Paid Continuing Education (CE) Opportunities
• And more!

Mentorship & Onboarding
You’ll be supported by experienced hygiene mentors and a structured onboarding program tailored to your success.

Team Collaboration
Regular meetings with doctors and the hygiene team to align on patient care and foster a collaborative environment.

What You’ll Gain

• Competitive benefits including health insurance and retirement savings plans, six paid holidays, and PTO
• Continuing education to develop clinical skills for patient education and care
• Access to a network of mentors with 1:1 hygiene mentorship and networking opportunities
• High-quality supplies and labs to deliver exceptional patient care
• Opportunities for a long-term career with a stable company and growth potential

Minimum Qualifications

• Current dental hygienist license in South Carolina and an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene (where required)
• Excellent working knowledge of dentistry, hygiene procedures, patient screening and medical history documentation
• CPR Certification

Preferred Experience

• 1+ years of clinical experience
• Experience using Velscope, Diagnodent, digital scanner, digital x-rays and electronic medical record systems
• Desire to continue learning and grow clinical skills to meet patient needs
• Clinical needs as required by office

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation
• Prolonged periods of sitting and standing
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds
• Availability to attend virtual or in-person training sessions periodically throughout the year
• TB testing is required for all new hires in dental office positions (not applicable in FL & TN). TB test arrangements and guidance will be provided prior to starting.

About Heartland Dental

Heartland Dental is the nation's largest dental support organization, providing non-clinical administrative support to more than 3,000 doctors across 39 states and DC in over 1,800 offices. Each supported office is unique to its community. Supported doctors retain clinical autonomy while working within a network focused on delivering high-quality care.

Heartland Dental is committed to diversity and inclusion and provides equal opportunity in employment in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.