Dental Hygienist

At Bay Creek Dental, we believe great dentistry starts with great people. We’re looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated Dental Hygienist to join our team and help us provide exceptional dental care in a welcoming, patient-focused environment.

We’re passionate about helping our patients feel comfortable, confident, and informed about their oral health. The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys building lasting relationships with patients, takes pride in providing high-quality preventive care, and values being part of a supportive, collaborative dental team.

If you love making a difference in patients’ lives, enjoy working with children and families, and want to be part of a practice that values teamwork, compassion, and clinical excellence, we’d love to meet you!

What You’ll Do

• Provide thorough, gentle dental cleanings, including scaling, polishing, and preventive treatments.
• Evaluate patients’ oral health, review medical histories, and document relevant findings.
• Take dental X-rays while following established radiation safety protocols.
• Educate patients on proper brushing and flossing techniques, preventive care, and maintaining healthy smiles between visits.
• Help patients feel comfortable and at ease by providing friendly, compassionate care throughout their appointments.
• Work closely with our dentist and dental team to support comprehensive treatment planning and excellent patient outcomes.
• Maintain accurate, thorough patient records using our dental practice management software, including Eaglesoft and XLDent .
• Follow infection prevention, sterilization, and safety protocols to maintain a clean and safe clinical environment.
• Protect patient privacy and maintain compliance with HIPAA requirements.

What We’re Looking For

• An active dental hygiene license and the qualifications required to practice in our state.
• A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and genuine passion for patient care.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trust with patients of all ages.
• A gentle, compassionate approach, particularly when working with children and patients who may feel anxious about dental visits.
• Strong knowledge of preventive dentistry, periodontal health, dental anatomy, and infection control.
• Comfort using dental technology and electronic health records; experience with Eaglesoft/XLDent or other dental practice management systems is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• A team-oriented mindset and a willingness to contribute to a positive, supportive workplace.

Why Join Bay Creek Dental?

At Bay Creek Dental, you’ll have the opportunity to be part of a team that values the people behind every smile. We believe in treating our patients with kindness, supporting one another, and creating positive experiences that keep families coming back.

We want our team members to feel valued, supported, and proud of the care they provide. We welcome someone who brings enthusiasm, professionalism, and a genuine desire to help our patients enjoy healthier smiles.

If you’re looking for a dental home where you can grow professionally, build meaningful patient relationships, and make a difference every day, we’d love to hear from you!

We look forward to welcoming the right person to the Bay Creek Dental team.

Pay: $52.00 - $57.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person