Pediatric Dental Hygienist

Job Overview

Are you a sweet, gentle, and compassionate Dental Hygienist who loves working with children? We’re looking for the right person to join our small, family-oriented pediatric dental practice with an amazing reputation in the community!

We take pride in creating a positive, comfortable, and welcoming experience for every child and family who walks through our doors. We’re seeking a caring hygienist who enjoys building relationships with young patients, helping children feel at ease, and providing gentle, high-quality dental care—including children with special needs.

As a Pediatric Dental Hygienist, you’ll help children feel comfortable while delivering attentive, age-appropriate dental care. You’ll assess patients, provide preventive services, document findings, and partner with the dental team to support healthy habits and positive visits.

What We’re Looking For

• A kind, patient, and gentle Dental Hygienist
• Someone who genuinely enjoys working with children of all ages
• Comfort and experience working with children with special needs
• A positive, team-oriented attitude
• Someone who values compassionate care and building trust with families

Duties

• Perform patient assessments, check vital signs, and provide hygiene care in pediatric and general dentistry settings.
• Take dental X-rays and other medical images as directed, following safety procedures and using dental equipment correctly.
• Educate children and caregivers about dental care, prevention, and home-care routines; communicate clearly and compassionately.
• Support chairside assisting and four-handed dentistry, and maintain infection control through aseptic technique and healthcare infection prevention practices.
• Maintain accurate medical records and electronic health records (EHR), review documentation, and protect patient confidentiality in accordance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) requirements.

Qualifications

• Required: Applicable dental hygiene license and ability to provide patient-centered care in a pediatric setting.
• Knowledge of pediatric dentistry, dental and medical terminology, anatomy, patient assessment, dental equipment, and infection prevention management.
• Experience with dental office or clinic workflows, dental assisting, chairside assisting, parent communication, and dental care patient education.
• Understanding of HIPAA compliance, medical records, medical coding, and infection prevention and control; general dentistry experience is a plus.

What We Offer

• Competitive starting pay of $52/hour
• Part-time schedule: 3 days per week, with occasional 4-day weeks
• 401(k) retirement benefits
• Health insurance premium reimbursement
• Paid vacation
• Holiday pay
• Production-based bonuses
• A supportive, close-knit team and a warm, family-friendly work environment

Why Join Our Team?

We’re a small private practice where patients are more than just appointments. Our strong reputation in the community reflects the care and personal attention we give to every family. We’re looking for someone who shares our values and wants to make a meaningful difference in children's oral health.

If you’re a compassionate hygienist who loves helping little smiles shine, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today to join our wonderful pediatric dental team!

Pay: $50.00 - $52.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24.0 – 30.0 per week

Benefits:

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

Work Location: In person