Job Description

Dental Hygienist – Join Our Caring Team!

Location: Edgewater, MD
Schedule: Full-time, 27 hours per week
Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Monday & Thursday | 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Friday
Pay: $50–$59 per hour

We're a warm, family-focused dental practice dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our community and patients from the Annapolis and D.C. areas. We're looking for a friendly, skilled Dental Hygienist who shares our passion for making patients feel comfortable and cared for.

What You'll Do:

• Perform preventive care including dental cleanings, scaling and root planing, polishing, sealants, and fluoride applications.
• Conduct thorough patient assessments, periodontal charting, take radiographs, and help create personalized care plans.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and home care in a clear, supportive way.
• Maintain accurate clinical notes and follow all infection control and safety protocols.
• Work closely with the dentists and team to ensure a smooth, patient-centered experience.

What You'll Need:

• Current Maryland Dental Hygienist license and graduation from an accredited program.
• Strong skills in preventive and periodontal procedures.
• Experience with dental X-rays, digital imaging, and practice management software.
• Excellent communication and patient education skills.
• Commitment to infection control, safety, and compassionate care.
• Strong organization and teamwork abilities.
• CPR/BLS certification (required).
• Experience in a general or family dental practice is preferred. Interest in aesthetic/restorative care is a plus.

Benefits:

• 401K Matching up to 4%
• Paid Holidays (New Year's, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving & Christmas)
• PTO (depends on amount of time employed with the office)
• Sick Pay
• Short Term Disability (premium paid in full by employer)
• Uniform
• Continuing Education Assistance
• Bonus

If you're a caring, professional hygienist who loves building real relationships with patients, we'd love to welcome you to our team. This is a great opportunity with a supportive environment and competitive pay.

Ready to apply? We look forward to hearing from you!