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Dearborn West Dental; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Job summary

Dearborn West Dental in Dearborn, MI seeks a skilled Dental Hygienist to join our patient-centered practice. You will perform cleanings, periodontal evaluations, take X-rays, educate patients, and collaborate with dentists on individualized care plans in a safe, OSHA-compliant environment.

The role requires an active Michigan RDH license, an accredited RDH degree, and CPR/BLS certification; experience with dental practice software is preferred.

Qualifications

• Active Michigan RDH license.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited program.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Experience with dental practice management software preferred.
• Strong knowledge of periodontal therapy and preventive dental care.
• Excellent chairside manner with the ability to put patients at ease.
• Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough dental cleanings, scaling, and polishing procedures for patients.
• Conduct comprehensive oral health assessments, including periodontal evaluations.
• Take and review dental X-rays and document findings accurately in patient records.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, home care, and preventive strategies.
• Screen patients for oral cancer, gum disease, and other dental health concerns.
• Collaborate with dentists to develop and implement individualized patient treatment plans.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and OSHA-compliant treatment environment.

Skills

Chairside manners

Communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

AS or BA in Dental Hygiene

Tools

Practice management software

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance

About the Role:

Dearborn West Dental is looking for a skilled and passionate Dental Hygienist to join our growing team in Dearborn, MI! This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a patient-centered environment where your expertise and care make a real difference in people's lives every single day.

Responsibilities:

• Perform thorough dental cleanings, scaling, and polishing procedures for patients
• Conduct comprehensive oral health assessments, including periodontal evaluations
• Take and review dental X-rays and document findings accurately in patient records
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, home care, and preventive strategies
• Screen patients for oral cancer, gum disease, and other dental health concerns
• Collaborate with dentists to develop and implement individualized patient treatment plans
• Maintain a clean, safe, and OSHA-compliant treatment environment

Requirements:

• Active Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license in the state of Michigan
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited program
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Experience with dental practice management software preferred
• Strong knowledge of periodontal therapy and preventive dental care
• Excellent chairside manner with the ability to put patients at ease
• Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills

About Us:

Dearborn West Dental is a trusted dental practice proudly serving the Dearborn, MI community with comprehensive, high-quality dental care. Our patients love us for our warm, welcoming atmosphere and our commitment to making every visit comfortable and stress-free. We foster a supportive team culture where our staff feels valued, respected, and inspired to do their best work every day.