Registered Dental Hygienist (FT or PT) Live Life Smiling

Ascendent Health Partners; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CE allowance/year

Medical & dental for employee, spouse, and dependents

Paid time off & paid holidays after 90 days

401k with 3% company match after 1 year

Job summary

Ascendent Health Partners in Appleton, Wisconsin, is seeking a patient-focused dental hygienist to join our private group practice alongside Dr. Jacci Belter. This role offers the chance to deliver exceptional care while collaborating in a supportive team environment.

The ideal candidate will hold a valid dental hygienist license and possess strong clinical skills. We offer competitive benefits, including medical and dental coverage, paid time off, and a 401k with a company match.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid dental hygienist license in Wisconsin.
• Knowledge of dental procedures and best practices required.
• Excellent communication and patient care skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide preventive dental care and perform periodontal treatments.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques.
• Keep accurate patient records and stay updated with dental practices.

Skills

Valid dental hygienist license in Wisconsin

Strong clinical skills in dental procedures

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Strong attention to detail

Comfortable with digital dental technologies

Knowledge of Open Dental Software

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for a patient‑focused dental hygienist to join our private group practice alongside Dr. Jacci Belter. Ideally, this is a full‑time position working Monday‑Thursday, though part‑time roles are also considered. If you are someone who takes pride in delivering exceptional care, thrives in a collaborative setting, and is eager to help patients achieve and maintain optimal oral health, we think you will be a great fit for our office!

Duties

• Provide preventive dental care, including prophylaxis, examining patients for signs of oral diseases, and taking X‑rays.
• Perform periodontal treatments, including scaling and root planing.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and make recommendations for improvement.
• Collaborate in creating and maintaining treatment plans for patients.
• Keep detailed, accurate patient records and notes and ensure timely follow‑up.
• Stay updated with the latest dental practices and technologies to continually improve patient care.
• Ensure proper infection control procedures are followed.
• Establish trust and form positive relationships to ensure patients feel at ease.

Skills

• Valid dental hygienist license in Wisconsin (required).
• Strong clinical skills and knowledge of dental procedures.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a focus on patient care.
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management skills.
• Comfortable with digital dental technologies, including X‑ray systems and electronic medical records.
• Knowledge of Open Dental Software is a plus.

Benefits

CE allowance/year.

Medical & dental for employee, spouse, and dependents.

Paid time off & paid holidays after 90 days.

401k with 3% company match after 1 year and at least 1,000 hours.