Registered Dental Hygienist

We are seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist to join our team at Lakeview Family Dental!

Lakeview Family Dental is a solo-doctor private practice located in Suite 430 of Lakeview Medical Park in West Des Moines. Our team consists of one dentist/owner, one front desk/billing coordinator, one dental assistant, and four hygienists. We are a close-knit team that values a positive work environment and high-quality, compassionate patient care.

Compensation:

• $38–43/hour depending on experience and qualifications

Schedule:

We are flexible and open to discussing different arrangements, though ideally we are looking for coverage 2-3 days a week, ideally one of those days being a Monday.

Benefits:

• PTO, paid holidays
• 401(k) with employer match
• Health insurance available for eligible employees
• Annual scrub/clothing allowance
• License renewal fees paid by employer
• Holiday bonus
• Free dental care for employee and immediate family
• Bereavement leave for immediate family members

Our office uses Dentrix practice management software and digital radiography, including panoramic imaging. We also utilize modern technology including intraoral scanning.

Responsibilities include:

• Adult and pediatric prophylaxis
• Scaling and root planing
• Reviewing medical histories, medications, and medical conditions
• Educating patients on oral hygiene and periodontal health
• Taking dental radiographs including bitewings, periapicals, and panoramic images
• Taking intraoral photographs
• Updating treatment plans, charting conditions, and documenting completed treatment in Dentrix
• Following OSHA, HIPAA, sterilization, and infection control protocols

Qualifications:

• Current RDH license
• Experience in dental hygiene preferred
• Comfortable treating pediatric patients
• Familiarity with Dentrix preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Team-oriented attitude with a caring and professional approach to patient care

Pay: $38.00 - $43.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person