Dental Hygienist

Dental Hygienist — Main Dental

Location: [Elizabethtown, KY]
Status: Full-Time / Part-Time
Practice Type: Locally Owned, Single-Location Family Dental Practice

About Main Dental

Main Dental is a locally owned, single-practice office committed to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care to our community. We pride ourselves on creating a warm, family-oriented environment where patients feel valued and respected. Our team is collaborative, supportive, and dedicated to helping each other thrive—professionally and personally.

We invest in modern technology and empower our hygienists with autonomy, trust, and professional respect. Your clinical expertise and input matter, including setting appropriate appointment times to ensure quality care for every patient.

Position Summary

We are seeking a compassionate, skilled Dental Hygienist who is passionate about patient education, preventive care, and building long-term relationships. The ideal candidate is empathetic, an excellent communicator, and committed to delivering high-quality clinical care within a supportive, team-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional preventive dental hygiene care, including prophylaxis, periodontal therapy, and patient education.
• Perform thorough assessments: medical histories, periodontal charting, oral cancer screenings, radiographs, and documentation.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with patients through empathy, communication, and personalized care.
• Collaborate with the dentist and team to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Offer clinical input on appropriate appointment lengths and scheduling needs for optimal patient care.
• Maintain compliance with all safety, sterilization, and infection-control protocols.
• Utilize modern dental technology confidently (digital radiography, Trios intraoral scanner, etc.).
• Support a positive team culture through cooperation, accountability, and willingness to assist where needed.

Qualifications

• Valid state Dental Hygienist license (RDH).
• Local anesthesia (or willingness to obtain).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to patient-centric care and ethical clinical practice.
• Ability to work independently with professional autonomy, as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Comfort with digital dental systems and modern clinical technology.

What We Offer

• A supportive, respectful environment where hygienists’ clinical judgment is valued.
• Autonomy in determining appropriate appointment lengths and patient care needs.
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Access to modern equipment and technology.
• A close-knit team culture focused on patient experience, communication, and mutual support.
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional growth.

Join Our Team

If you are a caring, patient-focused dental hygienist who is looking for a practice that values your expertise and fosters a positive, collaborative environment, we would love to meet you.

To apply, please send your resume to [email protected]

Pay: $39.32 - $47.35 per hour

Benefits:

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

Work Location: In person