Pediatric Dental Hygienist
Open in 2 locations
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Michigan
2 openFull time · Posted 1mo ago
Part time · Posted 1mo ago
New Jersey
1 open- $36.00–$49.50/hr
Kinnelon, NJ (opens on this page)
Full time · Posted 3w ago
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About the job
Looking for a career that makes you smile?
We’re seeking a Pediatric Dental Hygienist to join our growing team at Thrive Orthodontics.
How you’ll make us better
Responsible for delivering positive clinical experience to all patients while following strict adherence to company policies as well state dental laws, rules and regulations under the direction and supervision of a Dentist.
- Establish a trusting rapport with patients, ensuring that the Ultimate Patient Experience is delivered to every patient
- Screening patients during checkups
- Clean accretions, calcareous deposits, and stains from teeth and gums
- Examine for indications of oral cancer
- Reviewing a patient’s dental and medical history
- Maintain patients’ charts and transcribe the doctor notes accurately
- Recommending care to improve a patient’s oral health
- Performing preventive dental care
- Applying fluoride treatments
- Taking x-rays and reviewing them for signs of dental diseases
- Sterilizing and preparing dental instruments
Your special skills
We’re proud of our company culture and heritage of awesomeness. If you’ve got the following, you’ll fit right in:
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with patients and coworkers
- Ability to set priorities regarding patient care, manage full schedules and multi-task
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Prerequisites for success
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- State Hygiene License required
- Current CPR Certificate required
- Current Hepatitis B vaccination required
The Perks
In exchange for the dynamic contribution you’ll bring to our team, we offer:
- Competitive salary
- Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
- Short and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) plan
- 2 weeks paid time off in your first year + paid holidays
- Discounts on braces and clear aligners for you and your family members
Why Smile Doctors?
As the nation’s leading Orthodontic Support Organization, Smile Doctors partners with local orthodontic practices to offer world-class patient care with hometown heart. We exist to love people first, straighten teeth second, and we work hard to maintain a people-first culture and cultivate a fun, encouraging environment.
Smile Doctors offers every Team Member the opportunity to be a part of something bigger. We nurture both talents and strengths, building each person’s abilities to help them find success in their career and beyond. As the fastest-growing organization of our kind in the industry, we’re looking for passionate, innovative professionals who can join us in changing the way the world smiles.
Pay Range: $36.00 - $49.50 - Negotiable
From Smile Doctors's job posting for Kinnelon, NJ, checked 5 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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