Job Summary: <p><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Position Overview</span></strong></p><p class="isSelectedEnd">A growing <strong>family and cosmetic dental practice</strong> is seeking a friendly, skilled, and patient-focused <strong>Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)</strong> to join its team.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">This is an excellent opportunity for a hygienist who enjoys building strong relationships with patients, providing high-quality preventive care, and working in a collaborative dental environment.</p><p>The ideal candidate is compassionate, professional, detail-oriented, and passionate about helping patients maintain excellent oral health.</p>

Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)

Locations: Gray and/or Portland area
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: 3.5-Day Work Week
Work Setting: In Person

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine dental cleanings and preventive hygiene procedures.

• Complete patient assessments and review relevant medical and dental history.

• Take digital dental X-rays as needed.

• Maintain accurate and timely patient records and documentation.

• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene, preventive care, and periodontal health.

• Identify oral health concerns and communicate findings appropriately with the dental team.

• Support the development of individualized treatment recommendations.

• Create a comfortable, welcoming, and positive patient experience.

• Follow infection control, sterilization, HIPAA, and safety protocols.

• Collaborate with dentists, dental assistants, and other team members to provide comprehensive patient care.

Qualifications

• Active Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license in Maine.

• Graduate of an accredited dental hygiene program.

• Strong clinical and patient-care skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to educate patients effectively and build long-term relationships.

• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.

• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team.

• Knowledge of infection control and HIPAA requirements.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with dental practice management software such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix.

• Familiarity with digital dental imaging/X-ray systems.

• Experience in a family, general, or cosmetic dental practice.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base compensation.

• Performance-based bonus opportunity of approximately $1,000-$2,000 additional per month, depending on performance and practice production.

• Up to 4 weeks of paid time off.

• 401(k)

• 401(k) matching

• Health insurance stipend of approximately $500/month.

• 7-9 paid holidays.

• Dental insurance

• Life insurance

• Flexible schedule

• Professional and clinical development opportunities

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• 3.5-day work week for improved work-life balance.

• Strong earning potential through base compensation and monthly bonuses.

• Generous PTO.

• Health insurance support.

• Collaborative and patient-focused work environment.

• Opportunity to work in a modern family and cosmetic dental setting.

• Focus on quality patient care rather than simply production.