What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Dental Hygienist position at Media Dental Associates?
About Our Practice
Looking to add to our forever team!
With sister locations throughout the area, we are a privately owned dental practice committed to work/life balance, team training, and growth opportunities. We look for happy, positive team members who want to contribute to a great team environment while providing an exceptional experience for our patients.
If you feel like you'd be a great fit for this role, we'd love to hear from you!
Position Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Registered Dental Hygienist to join our dental team. The ideal candidate is committed to providing high-quality preventive and therapeutic dental care while creating a positive and comfortable experience for patients.
This position offers an engaging environment where your clinical skills, attention to detail, and patient education will directly impact the quality of care we provide.
Responsibilities
Patient Care & Clinical Procedures
- Perform periodontal exams, screenings, charting, and scaling and root planning (SRP).
- Expose, develop, and interpret dental radiographs.
- Perform oral cancer exams and update patient medical histories and records.
- Apply preventive and therapeutic agents such as sealants, fluoride, Arestin, and Oraquix.
- Administer local anesthesia if properly licensed/certified.
- Monitor sedated patients and assist with clinical procedures as needed.
Patient Education & Counseling
- Educate patients of all ages on proper home care techniques, oral hygiene, and preventive care.
- Provide nutritional counseling and medicament counseling, including chlorhexidine, fluoride, and dry-mouth remedies.
Department & Administrative Support
- Support the Hygiene Department, help coordinate schedules, and assist with patient flow.
- Maintain clean and sanitized treatment rooms, stock hygiene supplies, and manage instrument sterilization.
- Assist with answering telephones, scheduling appointments, confirming patient visits, and pulling charts when required.
- Support compliance with OSHA regulations and maintain equipment maintenance logs.
Qualifications
- Current Pennsylvania Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license.
We value professionalism, attention to detail, teamwork, and a compassionate approach to supporting our patients' oral health.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55.00 - $60.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $55 - $60