Dental Hygienist

Coastal Cosmetic Dental Associates; Socastee (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Paid holidays & PTO

Continuing education opportunities

Hygiene mentorship

Job summary

Coastal Cosmetic Dental Associates is seeking a passionate Dental Hygienist to join a collaborative team focused on patient care in South Carolina. The role emphasizes preventive hygiene, education, and building long-term patient relationships.

You will work with experienced clinicians, participate in mentorship and continuing education, and contribute to a supportive, high-quality practice committed to integrity and growth.

Qualifications

• Active South Carolina dental hygienist license or eligibility

Responsibilities

• Provide preventive dental care and patient education
• Assist doctor with procedures and treatment planning
• Maintain meticulous patient records and medical histories
• Collaborate with team to ensure high-quality patient care

Skills

Clinical patient care

Communication

Team collaboration

Patient education

License active SC

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Dental Hygiene

Tools

Velscope

Diagnodent

Digital scanner

Digital X-rays

EMR systems

Job description

$7,500 Sign-On Bonus | Dental Hygienist

Coastal Cosmetic Dental Associates

Full-Time Opportunity | Established Practice | Collaborative Team Environment

Join a Team That Puts Patients and People First

At Coastal Cosmetic Dental Associates, we're looking for a passionate Dental Hygienist who is committed to exceptional patient care and thrives in a supportive, team-focused environment.

If you're looking for a practice where your expertise is valued, your growth is encouraged, and teamwork is part of the culture, we'd love to meet you.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• $7,500 Sign-On Bonus
• Join an established 11-person team that values collaboration, communication, and community
• Patient-focused practice dedicated to delivering exceptional care with integrity
• Supportive and positive work environment with a strong team culture
• Opportunity to build meaningful, long-term relationships with patients
• Dedicated hygiene mentorship and ongoing professional support
• Continuing education opportunities designed to help you grow clinically and professionally
• Work alongside an experienced doctor team committed to high-quality patient care
• Practice culture that values communication, teamwork, and continuous learning

What You'll Experience

As a Dental Hygienist, you'll play a key role in helping patients achieve and maintain optimal oral health through preventive care, education, and personalized treatment.

You’ll have the support, resources, and professional development opportunities needed to continue expanding your clinical skills while providing outstanding patient care every day.

Whether you're an experienced hygienist or early in your career, you'll find a team committed to your success and growth.

What We're Looking For

• Active Dental Hygienist license (or eligibility to obtain licensure)
• Passion for patient care and patient education
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Positive, team-oriented mindset
• Commitment to professional growth and lifelong learning
• Desire to contribute to a collaborative and patient-centered culture

Why Coastal Cosmetic Dental Associates?

• Established and respected practice
• Strong focus on patient care and customer service
• Collaborative team environment
• Positive, supportive workplace culture
• Mentorship and continuing education opportunities
• Opportunity to grow your skills and advance your career
• A team that values integrity, communication, and excellence

Ready to Grow Your Career With Us?

If you're looking for a practice where you can make a meaningful impact, continue developing your skills, and work alongside a supportive team that values your contributions, we'd love to hear from you.

What You’ll Gain

• Competitive benefits including health insurance and retirement savings plans, six paid holidays and PTO (paid time off)
• Continuing education to provide you opportunity to develop your full potential and enhance your clinical skills to provide education and care to your patients.
• Access to an expansive network of mentors with 1:1 hygiene mentorship support and networking opportunities available at your fingertips.
• Unparalleled business support and the highest quality supplies and labs to deliver exceptional patient care.
• Opportunity to be a part of a secure company with 20+ years of industry leading experience that provides a stable career with unlimited 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, dental hygiene procedures, dental patient screening and medical history documentation
• CPR Certification

Preferred Experience

• Any 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 needs of patients and provide preventative care and overall maintenance of patients’ dental health
• Clinical needs as required by office

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform essential duties as deemed necessary by the Office/ Doctor/ Heartland Dental with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position
• Prolonged periods sitting and standing
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds at times
• Availability to attend virtual training sessions (or in-person)periodically throughout the year
• As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for both team members and patients, a tuberculosis (TB) test is required for all new hires in dental office positions. This is a standard requirement for dental office roles and must be completed prior to starting employment. The test will be arranged during the pre-employment process, and any necessary guidance or paperwork will be provided. Not applicable in the state of FL & TN.
  

Who is Heartland Dental?

Heartland Dental is the nation's largest dental support organization, providing non-clinical administrative support services to more than 3,000 supported doctors across 39 states and the District of Columbia in over 1,900+ dental offices. Each Heartland Dental supported office is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Supported doctors are the leaders of their practice and retain clinical autonomy. All Heartland Dental supported doctors are united by a common goal: delivering the highest quality dental care and experiences to the communities they serve.

At Heartland Dental, we’re committed to living our core values which promote diversity and inclusion. We provide all employees and applicants for employment the protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment.