Dental Hygienist

Aura Health; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid holidays

PTO

CE coverage

Bonuses

Mentorship

Job summary

Aura Health in Missouri is seeking a Dental Hygienist to deliver preventive care, perform patient screenings, and maintain hygiene procedures with digital tools like Velscope and iTero. Accurate medical history documentation and patient education are essential.

The role requires MO licensure, an associate's or bachelor’s in dental hygiene, CPR, and EMR proficiency. You will join a collaborative team in a busy practice and contribute to growth.

Qualifications

• Current dental hygienist license in Missouri.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene.
• CPR certification.
• Knowledge of dental procedures and electronic medical records.
• Preferred experience with digital scanners, Velscope, Diagnodent, and other dental technology.
• Strong communication skills, a desire for continuous learning, and ability to lift up to 45 pounds and sit/stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Conduct recare and new patient appointments.
• Utilize dental software.
• Contribute to patient care quality.
• Participate in virtual or in-person training sessions.
• Maintain safety standards.
• Support practice growth.

Skills

CPR certification

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Dental procedures knowledge

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in dental hygiene

Tools

EMR/EHR software

Dental software

Velscope

iTero

Job description

Role: Dental Hygienist

Responsibilities: Provide preventative dental care, perform patient screenings, and maintain dental hygiene procedures using digital tools and advanced technology such as Velscope and iTero. Ensure accurate medical history documentation and deliver patient education. Support a collaborative team in a busy practice, adhering to established protocols and standards.

Qualifications & Skills: Current dental hygienist license in Missouri, Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene, CPR certification, and knowledge of dental procedures and electronic medical records. Preferred experience with digital scanners, Velscope, Diagnodent, and other dental technology. Strong communication skills, a desire for continuous learning, and physical ability to perform duties including lifting up to 45 pounds and prolonged sitting/standing.

Key Duties: Conduct recare and new patient appointments, utilize dental software, and contribute to patient care quality. Participate in virtual or in-person training sessions, maintain safety standards, and support practice growth.

Benefits & Opportunities: Competitive pay, health insurance, retirement plans, paid holidays, PTO, CE coverage, bonuses, and access to mentorship. Join a stable, community-focused team with growth potential and comprehensive support from a large dental organization.