Dental Hygienist

Smile Studio of Spring Lake; Spring Lake (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonus opportunity

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Smile Studio of Spring Lake in New Jersey is looking for a dedicated Dental Hygienist to join their team. This role involves providing thorough patient care, conducting dental assessments, and collaborating closely with the doctor. Ideal candidates should have a strong ethical background and excellent patient communication skills.

The practice prides itself on its high level of patient care in a refined environment. If you are passionate about delivering quality patient experiences, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active New Jersey RDH license.
• Minimum of 2 years clinical hygiene experience preferred.
• Exceptional patient communication and interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough prophylaxis and periodontal therapy.
• Conduct comprehensive periodontal assessments and screenings.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and preventive care.

Skills

Active New Jersey RDH license

Clinical hygiene experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Experience with Dentrix

Job description

Position Overview

Dental Hygienist – Smile Studio of Spring Lake | Spring Lake, NJ

We are a solo-doctor, private dental practice committed to delivering the highest level of clinical excellence, patient care, and customer service. Our practice environment is calm, refined, and relationship-driven. We are seeking an exceptional Registered Dental Hygienist who is professional, enthusiastic, dependable, and above all, honest and trustworthy.

This role is ideal for a motivated, positive, detail-oriented clinical professional who takes pride in delivering white-glove patient care and enjoys being part of a close-knit, high-performing team.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform thorough prophylaxis, periodontal therapy, and supportive periodontal maintenance
• Conduct comprehensive periodontal assessments, charting, and oral cancer screenings
• Take digital X-rays and intraoral photos, and document findings accurately in Dentrix
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, treatment plans, and preventive care in a warm, unhurried manner
• Collaborate closely with Dr. Scheddin to support seamless clinical flow and co-diagnosis
• Answer phones and assist with scheduling, managing appointments with professionalism and warmth
• Uphold the highest standards of professionalism, infection control, and patient confidentiality
• Contribute to a calm, refined, and welcoming environment that reflects the Smile Studio standard

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey RDH license in good standing required
• 2+ years of clinical hygiene experience preferred
• Experience with Dentrix strongly preferred
• Exceptional chairside manner, patient communication, and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable answering phones and scheduling patients in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment
• Highly organized, reliable, and detail-oriented
• Honest, ethical, and trustworthy with patient care and clinical information
• Comfortable working independently in a solo-doctor private practice and as part of a close-knit team

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive rate of pay
• Bonus opportunity
• Supportive, respectful, quality-focused work environment

Schedule

• Monday – Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

If you value integrity, clinical excellence, and delivering a refined, patient-centered experience in a high-end private practice, we would love to hear from you.

To Apply
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter explaining why you would be a great fit for our practice.