Dental Hygienist – Columbus, OH

Desort; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Paid holidays and PTO

401(k) retirement plan

Health and vision insurance

Employer-paid dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability/critical illness coverage

Paid scrub allowance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Desort is seeking a Dental Hygienist in Columbus, OH to provide comprehensive preventive hygiene services and to support clinicians during procedures. The role involves chairside assistance, radiographs, and operatory preparation, with emphasis on patient comfort and safety.

You will perform cleanings, educate patients, assess oral health, and maintain detailed records while collaborating closely with the dental team in a welcoming practice.

Qualifications

• Dental Hygiene degree from an accredited program.
• Active Dental Hygiene license in the state of practice.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive preventive dental hygiene services.
• Perform dental cleanings and periodontal therapy.
• Take and develop dental radiographs as appropriate.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and preventive care.
• Assess patients' oral health and communicate findings with the dental team.
• Maintain accurate and thorough patient records.
• Collaborate with dentists and other clinical team members.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized treatment environment.
• Provide a comfortable and positive experience for patients.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Patient-focused care

Team collaboration

Education

Dental Hygiene degree from an accredited program

Active Dental Hygiene license in the state of practice

Current CPR certification

Job description

Dental Hygienist – Columbus, OH

A growing dental practice is seeking a detail-oriented and patient-focused Dental Clinical Support Specialist to assist with day-to-day clinical operations and support the dental provider during patient procedures. The role is suited for a dental professional who is comfortable with chairside assisting, radiographs, impressions, and operatory preparation.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive preventive dental hygiene services
• Perform dental cleanings and periodontal therapy
• Take and develop dental radiographs as appropriate
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and preventive care
• Assess patients' oral health and communicate findings with the dental team
• Maintain accurate and thorough patient records
• Collaborate with dentists and other clinical team members
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized treatment environment
• Provide a comfortable and positive experience for patients

Qualifications

• Dental Hygiene degree from an accredited program
• Active Dental Hygiene license in the state of practice
• Current CPR certification
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Patient-focused approach to care
• Ability to work effectively as part of a dental team
• Previous dental hygiene experience preferred

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay
• Paid holidays and PTO
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Health and vision insurance
• Employer-paid dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Supplemental disability, critical illness, and accident coverage
• Paid scrub allowance
• Employee assistance program

Equal Opportunity Employer
This dental organization is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.