Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) - Seaport Smiles - Anticipated Opening April 2026

Millinocket Regional Hospital; Belfast (ME); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Registered Dental Hygienist for a new clinic opening in Belfast, Maine. The ideal candidate will have a Dental Hygiene Degree and a Maine license, providing essential oral hygiene services while being part of an integrated care team. Join a purpose-driven community effort to expand access to quality dental care.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Career growth opportunities

Excellent benefits including health and dental insurance

Welcoming and inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid State of Maine Dental Hygiene License.
• Up-to-date training in Basic Life Support required.
• New grads welcomed and encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional oral hygiene services.
• Work closely with an integrated care team.
• Help build a strong foundation for a growing dental practice.

Skills

Compassion

Teamwork

Patient Care

Education

Registered Dental Hygiene Degree

Job description

Are you a Registered Dental Hygienist looking to make a real impact in a community that truly needs you? PCHC is excited to welcome a motivated, compassionate hygienist to our Seaport Smiles team in Belfast! As part of this brand-new clinic opening in April 2026, you’ll play a key role in expanding access to affordable, high-quality dental care in Waldo County. You'll work closely with an integrated care team to deliver exceptional oral hygiene services, shape patient experience, and help build a strong foundation for this growing practice. If you're energized by purpose-driven care and the chance to help launch something new, we’d love to hear from you!

Schedule: Full-Time, Schedule TBD

Initial training and onboarding will take place at PCHC's Dental Center in Bangor, Maine. Mileage is reimburseable as per our BusinessTravel & Expense Reimbursement Policy.

Registered Dental Hygienists at PCHC enjoy:

• Competitive pay
• Salary ranges from $31-42/hour depending on relevant skills, qualifications, and experience
• Career growth opportunities
• Excellent benefits available, including available family health insurance, dental insurance, vision, retirement contribution and match, pet insurance, and more!
• Positive culture that is welcoming and inclusive.
• What’s it like to work at PCHC? Find out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GyC3DFYq0zg

Coming April 2026: Seaport Smiles in Belfast!
Thanks to a major federal grant and strong community support, PCHC is opening a brand-new 8-chair dental clinic in Belfast as part of our Seaport Community Health Center. This expansion will increase access to affordable dental care for Waldo County—especially for patients with MaineCare and commercial insurance. Join us in building something special from the ground up and bringing high-quality oral health care to a rural community that deserves it.

PCHC’s Dental Center in Bangor is one of the largest and most comprehensive dental practices in Maine, with 43 operatories and a full range of services—including restorative care, oral surgery, prosthetics, orthodontics, and walk-in care—all under one roof. Recognized by federal reviewers as one of the best dental programs in the country, this state-of-the-art clinic will serve as the training and onboarding site for Seaport Smiles team members.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Registered Dental Hygiene Degree required.
• Must hold a valid State of Maine Dental Hygiene License and be registered with the State of Maine Board of Dental Examiners.
• Will have up-to-date training and certification in Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association, American Red Cross or American Health & Safety Institute. Must obtain within 2 weeks if not current at hire.
• New grads are welcomed and encouraged to apply!

Curious, or interested to learn more? Apply today! You can request a full copy of the detailed job description by emailing [e-mail].

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualifications

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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