Registered Dental Hygienist

Center For Advanced Dentistry; Cumberland (ME); On-site; USD 66,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Short-term disability

Paid time off

Health insurance stipend

Job summary

Center for Advanced Dentistry in Auburn, Maine, is seeking a Dental Hygienist to join our patient-centered team. You will perform prophylaxis, SRP, radiographs, and monitor periodontal health while providing compassionate care and building strong patient relationships.

We value warmth and engagement; this role requires ownership of responsibilities and teamwork to elevate care. Full-time position with competitive hourly pay and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Local anesthesia certification (preferred).
• Perform comprehensive periodontal charting and risk assessments.
• Deliver high-quality prophylaxis, SRP, and periodontal maintenance.
• Take and interpret radiographs.
• Capture intraoral photographs and educate patients on clinical findings.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure HIPAA compliance.
• Utilize dental software for documentation and scheduling.
• Uphold standard of care, including appropriate recare intervals and diagnostic protocols.

Responsibilities

• Local anesthesia certification is preferred (if applicable).
• Perform comprehensive periodontal charting and risk assessments.
• Deliver high-quality prophylaxis, SRP, and periodontal maintenance.
• Take and interpret radiographs.
• Capture intraoral photographs and educate patients on clinical findings.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure HIPAA compliance.
• Utilize dental software for documentation and scheduling.
• Uphold standard of care, including appropriate recare intervals and diagnostic protocols.

Skills

Local anesthesia certification (pref)

Job description

Join Our Team at Center for Advanced Dentistry in Auburn, Maine!

Center for Advanced Dentistry is seeking a Dental Hygienist to join our growing team. We are a patient-centered practice committed to exceptional care, personal accountability, and ongoing professional development. We are also building a team of leaders—individuals who take initiative, contribute to a positive culture, and help elevate those around them.

We are specifically looking for someone who brings a warm, upbeat energy to the office. Someone who is naturally personable, welcoming, and enjoys building genuine relationships with patients. If you are the type of person who makes patients feel instantly comfortable and cared for while also taking ownership of your role and contributing to the success of the team, we would love to meet you.

What Sets Us Apart:

Ongoing Education

• We believe in continuous improvement. Our team regularly participates in continuing education to stay at the forefront of dentistry and deliver outstanding patient outcomes.

Patient-Centered Care

• Every patient is treated with individualized attention, empathy, and professionalism. Your personality and ability to connect with patients play a huge role in creating a positive and memorable experience.
• We value clear communication, mutual respect, and shared responsibility. Our team supports one another, takes ownership, and works together to solve problems—not assign blame.

Professional & Supportive Work Environment

• We maintain high clinical and behavioral standards while fostering a positive workplace built on trust, accountability, and growth.

What We’re Looking For:

Personable & Engaging

• You are friendly, outgoing, and genuinely enjoy interacting with people. You make patients feel at ease from the moment they walk in and create a welcoming, positive environment.
• You communicate clearly and confidently with patients and teammates, helping patients understand their oral health and treatment needs.

Team-Oriented Leader

• You lead by example, take initiative, and contribute to a culture of accountability and positivity. You partner well with doctors and assistants and take responsibility for your schedule, patients, and outcomes.

Commitment to Excellence

• You hold yourself to high clinical standards and take pride in delivering thorough, detail-oriented hygiene care.

Qualifications & Responsibilities:

• Local anesthesia certification (preferred, if applicable)
• Perform comprehensive periodontal charting and risk assessments
• Deliver high-quality prophylaxis, SRP, and periodontal maintenance
• Take and interpret radiographs
• Capture intraoral photographs and educate patients on clinical findings
• Maintain accurate records and ensure HIPAA compliance
• Utilize dental software for documentation and scheduling
• Uphold standard of care, including appropriate recare intervals and diagnostic protocols
• Job Type: Full-time
• Pay: $48–54 per hour (based on experience)
• Expected Hours: Approximately 34 hours per week

Benefits Include:

• Short-term disability
• Paid time off
• Health insurance stipend

If you are a Dental Hygienist who combines clinical excellence with a positive, outgoing personality and a leadership mindset, we encourage you to apply and grow your career with Center for Advanced Dentistry.