Pediatric Dental Hygienist

Rock Kids Dental LLC; Crofton (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Employee discount

Holiday pay

Retirement plan

Job summary

Rock Kids Dental LLC in Crofton, MD is hiring a part-time Dental Hygienist (RDH) who enjoys working with children and their families. You will provide preventive care for kids, take radiographs, educate parents, and work alongside the dentist in a modern office that uses Open Dental.

Responsibilities include pediatric prophylaxis, scaling and polishing, fluoride treatments and sealants, taking and processing radiographs, reviewing medical and dental histories, and documenting findings in Open

Qualifications

• Active Maryland RDH license (RDH).
• CODA-accredited dental hygiene degree.
• CPR/BLS certification.
• Ability to work in person in Crofton, MD 21114.
• Comfort communicating with children and parents.

Responsibilities

• Perform pediatric prophylaxis, scaling, polishing, fluoride treatments, and sealants using age-appropriate techniques.
• Take and process dental radiographs.
• Review medical and dental history and assess oral health.
• Educate children and parents on brushing, flossing, diet, and home care.
• Assist the dentist during procedures as needed.
• Document findings and treatment in Open Dental.
• Follow infection-control, OSHA, and HIPAA protocols.
• Collaborate with the clinical team on treatment plans.

Skills

RDH license

Pediatric dentistry experience

In-person work Crofton MD

CPR/BLS certified

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Dental Hygiene (CODA-accredited)

Tools

Open Dental

Job description

We are a new pediatric dental practice in Crofton, MD hiring a part-time Dental Hygienist (RDH) who enjoys working with children and their families.

You will provide preventive care for kids, take radiographs, educate parents, and work alongside the dentist in a modern office that uses Open Dental.

Requirements

• Current Maryland Dental Hygienist license (RDH)
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Dental Hygiene from a CODA-accredited program
• Current CPR / BLS certification
• Ability to work in person in Crofton, MD 21114
• Comfort working with children and communicating with parents

Preferred

• Prior pediatric or family dental hygiene experience
• Experience with Open Dental
• Strong behavior-guidance skills with young or anxious patients

Responsibilities

• Perform pediatric prophylaxis, scaling, polishing, fluoride treatments, and sealants using age-appropriate techniques
• Take and process dental radiographs
• Review medical and dental history and assess oral health
• Educate children and parents on brushing, flossing, diet, and home care
• Assist the dentist during procedures as needed
• Document findings and treatment in Open Dental
• Follow infection-control, OSHA, and HIPAA protocols
• Collaborate with the clinical team on treatment plans

Schedule and pay

• Part-time, in-person
• Flexible schedule
• Competitive hourly pay based on experience (see posted range)

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Employee discount
• Holiday pay
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person Crofton, MD 21114