Dental Hygienist: Tech-Driven Care & Career Growth

Aspen Dental; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and 6 paid holidays

Free continuing education through TAGU

Disability coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Pet insurance

Job summary

Aspen Dental is seeking an energetic dental hygienist to join a growing nationwide network. You will work closely with doctors, assess oral health, and educate patients while benefiting from modern technology and strong onboarding.

Fridays in Ames are scheduled with additional PRN days. You will travel to nearby offices, deliver personalized care plans, and leverage digital tools to streamline charting and patient communication. Training, mentorship, and ongoing CE opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in dental hygiene from an accredited institution.
• Active dental hygiene license in the state of practice.
• Strong communication skills and a passion for patient education.

Responsibilities

• Travel to nearby offices to support practice operations.
• Partner with the doctor to develop and deliver personalized patient care plans.
• Utilize digital technology to support clinical assessments, case acceptance, and patient communication.
• Collaborate with the dental team to deliver exceptional patient experiences.
• Manage your schedule and supplies with the autonomy needed to provide comprehensive care.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient education

Education

Associate degree in dental hygiene

Tools

TRIOS 3D scanning

Videa AI

Voice-activated perio charting

Job description

Aspen Dental is seeking an energetic dental hygienist to join a growing nationwide network. You will work closely with doctors, assess oral health, and educate patients while benefiting from modern technology and strong onboarding.

Fridays in Ames are scheduled with additional PRN days. You will travel to nearby offices, deliver personalized care plans, and leverage digital tools to streamline charting and patient communication. Training, mentorship, and ongoing CE opportunities are provided.