Registered Dental Hygienist – Wellness-Focused Practice

Jennifer Wu, DDS; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Jennifer Wu DDS in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking a part-time Registered Dental Hygienist to join our wellness-centered practice.

You will provide preventive and periodontal care, educate patients about how oral health relates to overall health, and collaborate with a compassionate team focused on prevention and lifelong wellness.

This role emphasizes growth, curiosity, and genuine patient relationships, with Wed (8-5pm) and Fridays (1/2 day) from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM, starting January 2027.

Qualifications

• Active California Registered Dental Hygienist license (RDH) required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Growth mindset and willingness to learn.
• Experience in wellness dentistry not required, curiosity valued.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional preventive and periodontal care.
• Build trust through compassionate, personalized patient interactions.
• Educate patients about the connection between oral and overall health.
• Encourage patients to take an active role in their wellness.
• Collaborate with a supportive team that values excellence and continual learning.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Positive attitude

Team collaboration

Curiosity to learn

Education

California RDH license

Job description

Looking for something a little different?What if your role as a dental hygienist could be about more than cleaning teeth?What if you could help patients understand how their oral health impacts their overall health—and be part of a team that's passionate about prevention, education, and lifelong wellness?At Jennifer Wu DDS, we believe dentistry should help people become healthier, not just treat disease. We're a wellness-centered practice focused on personalized care, meaningful patient relationships, and empowering people to take ownership of their health.We're looking for a part-time Registered Dental Hygienist to join our team on Wed (8-5pm) and Fridays (1/2 day) from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM, beginning in January 2027.This position is ideal for someone looking to supplement their current schedule while experiencing a different approach to dentistry.You might be a great fit if you...Love building genuine relationships with patients.Believe education is just as important as treatment.Have a positive attitude and enjoy being part of a collaborative team.Are curious, coachable, and committed to continual growthAre open-minded about wellness dentistry—even if it's completely new to you.Enjoy learning about the connection between oral health and whole-body health.Want to grow beyond traditional hygiene and continue expanding your clinical knowledge.You do not need previous experience with wellness dentistry.In fact, many people don't fully know what it means until they experience it. What matters most to us is your curiosity, willingness to learn, and excitement about helping patients achieve better overall health.

What you'll do

• Provide exceptional preventive and periodontal care.
• Build trust through compassionate, personalized patient interactions.
• Educate patients about the connection between oral and overall health.
• Encourage patients to take an active role in their wellness.
• Collaborate with a supportive team that values excellence, kindness, and continual learning.

What we're looking for

• Active California Registered Dental Hygienist license.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Gentle, compassionate chairside manner.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Positive, team-first attitude.
• Growth mindset and eagerness to learn.
• Experience is appreciated, but character, curiosity, and cultural fit matter most.

If you're looking for a meaningful opportunity to practice dentistry differently, expand your perspective, and work with a team that genuinely cares about making a difference, we'd love to meet you.We'd love to hear your story.