Dental Hygienist

Dental Hygienist – Join Our Caring Team! Location: Edgewater, MD Schedule: Full-time, 27 hours per week Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Monday & Thursday | 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Friday Pay: $50–$59 per hour We're a warm, family-focused dental practice dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our community and patients from the Annapolis and D.C. areas. We're looking for a friendly, skilled Dental Hygienist who shares our passion for making patients feel comfortable and cared for. What You'll Do: Perform preventive care including dental cleanings, scaling and root planing, polishing, sealants, and fluoride applications. Conduct thorough patient assessments, periodontal charting, take radiographs, and help create personalized care plans. Educate patients on oral hygiene and home care in a clear, supportive way. Maintain accurate clinical notes and follow all infection control and safety protocols. Work closely with the dentists and team to ensure a smooth, patient-centered experience. What You'll Need: Current Maryland Dental Hygienist license and graduation from an accredited program. Strong skills in preventive and periodontal procedures. Experience with dental X-rays, digital imaging, and practice management software. Excellent communication and patient education skills. Commitment to infection control, safety, and compassionate care. Strong organization and teamwork abilities. CPR/BLS certification (required). Experience in a general or family dental practice is preferred. Interest in aesthetic/restorative care is a plus. Benefits: 401K Matching up to 4% Paid Holidays (New Year's, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving & Christmas) PTO (depends on amount of time employed with the office) Sick Pay Short Term Disability (premium paid in full by employer) Uniform Continuing Education Assistance Bonus If you're a caring, professional hygienist who loves building real relationships with patients, we'd love to welcome you to our team. This is a great opportunity with a supportive environment and competitive pay. Ready to apply? We look forward to hearing from you!