Dental Hygienist — Modern Tech-Driven Care

Proforma Health Inc; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Proforma Health Inc. in Washington, DC is seeking a patient-focused Dental Hygienist to provide high-quality cleanings, periodontal therapy, and preventive care within a modern, tech-driven practice.

You will educate patients, assess conditions, guide treatment recommendations, maintain accurate records, and work with the team to uphold infection control and deliver a comfortable, transparent patient experience.

Qualifications

• Valid dental hygiene license/certification in the applicable jurisdiction.
• Strong knowledge of periodontal health, dental instrumentation, and preventive dentistry.
• Excellent communication, empathy, and commitment to patient comfort.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative clinical team environment.
• Proficiency with modern dental tools/technology and a continuous learning mindset.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality cleanings and periodontal therapy to support patients’ oral health.
• Assess patients’ oral conditions, identify concerns, and help guide treatment recommendations.
• Educate patients on preventive care, oral hygiene techniques, and maintenance plans.
• Utilize advanced dental technology and evidence-based methods to enhance treatment outcomes.
• Maintain accurate patient records and communicate clearly with the dental team.
• Ensure a comfortable, transparent patient experience while upholding infection control standards.

Skills

Periodontal health

Infection control

Communication

Team collaboration

Dental technology aptitude

Education

Dental hygiene license

Tools

Dental instrumentation

Dental technology

Job description

Proforma Health Inc. in Washington, DC is seeking a patient-focused Dental Hygienist to provide high-quality cleanings, periodontal therapy, and preventive care within a modern, tech-driven practice.

You will educate patients, assess conditions, guide treatment recommendations, maintain accurate records, and work with the team to uphold infection control and deliver a comfortable, transparent patient experience.