Hygienist

GD-SDM VT PLLC; United States; On-site; USD 76,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K retirement plan

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Life & Disability Insurance

Job summary

Guardian Dentistry's Castleton Corners Dental in Castleton, VT is seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist to join a patient-centered team. You will perform screenings, chart findings, and deliver preventive care across a diverse patient base.

The ideal candidate will hold an Associate degree in Dental Hygiene and an active Vermont license. This full-time role offers a competitive benefits package and a supportive office culture focused on community health.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Dental Hygiene.
• Active Vermont dental hygiene license.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient screening procedures, including health history review and oral cancer screening.
• Remove calculus and plaque from tooth surfaces.
• Apply sealants and fluoride treatments for prevention.
• Educate patients on proper brushing, flossing, and nutrition.
• Counsel patients on nutrition for oral health.
• Take impressions for study casts as needed.
• Collaborate with the clinical team to maintain high-quality care.

Skills

Patient screening

Blood pressure measurement

Oral health education

Dental charting

Education

Associate degree in Dental Hygiene

Job description

Location: Castleton Corners Dental Registered Dental Hygienist – Castleton Corners Dental (Castleton, VT) Where support, technology, and patient-centered care come together.

Salary Range: $55.00 To $60.00 Hourly

Schedule: Full-time, Monday - Thursday 7:30am-4pm

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• Competitive compensation
• Team-first culture in a respected, community-rooted office
• Office accepts PPO & Fee for service Insurances.
• Competitive health benefits offered at 30 hours per week.
• Matching 401K retirement Plan
• Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays
• Life & Disability Insurance
• *Benefits are subject to change and eligibility*

What You’ll Do:

• Conduct patient screening procedures, such as oral health assessments, reviewing health history, oral cancer screening, head and neck inspection, dental charting, and taking blood pressure and pulse
• Remove calculus and plaque from all tooth surfaces
• Apply preventive materials to the teeth, including sealants and fluorides
• Teach patients effective oral hygiene strategies (brushing, flossing, nutrition counseling)
• Counsel patients on the importance of good nutrition to oral health
• Take impressions of patients’ teeth for study casts
• Collaborate with the clinical team to ensure consistent, high-quality care
• Perform other duties as assigned

What You’ll Need:

• Associate or advanced degree in Dental Hygiene
• Active Vermont dental hygiene license
• Commitment to patient-centered care and a collaborative mindset
• Experience preferred, but we welcome the right candidate at any stage of their career

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability status or other legally protected status. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

Completion of this form is voluntary and will only be used to report on candidate demographics. Nothing contained in this form will be accessible or used in hiring or other employment decisions. Information provided will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file for reporting purposes only.

We understand you have options and that each of you have specific interests and goals. We take pride in learning about what is important to you and why you are looking to make a career change. We look forward to exploring this potential opportunity with you and providing you with enough information to make an informed decision about the next step in your career. We strive every day to provide the best possible experience for our patients. We believe strongly in our values that guide us towards unity and teamwork. Collectively we make an I.M.P.A.C.T that makes a difference. I-Integrity M-Mentorship P-Partnership A-Action C-Caring T- Transparency

Castleton Corners Dental is supported by Guardian Dentistry Partners (GDP), helping to empower a world where everyone benefits from the highest standards of care. GDP provides supported practices with the tools, technology, and training they need so they can continue to deliver remarkable outcomes to their patients — all while preserving the private-practice feel that makes the office special.