Registered Dental Hygienist

Job Title: Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)

Location: 1500 Bush Street, San Francisco, CA 94109 (Lower Pacific Heights) Practice Name: Van Ness Dental Care Salary: $80.00 – $85.00 per hour Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time

About Our Practice

Van Ness Dental Care is a quality-driven dental office located in the vibrant Lower Pacific Heights neighborhood. We are a patient-focused practice dedicated to providing high-quality, gentle, and personalized care. Our mission is to prioritize clinical excellence and preventive dental health. As we grow our team, we are looking for a Registered Dental Hygienist who is passionate about hygiene standards and building long-term patient relationships.

The Role

We are looking for a skilled clinician who excels in patient education and clinical precision. You will work in a modern facility designed for both provider efficiency and patient comfort (including in-chair entertainment like Netflix). You will be an integral part of a collaborative team that values high-standard hygiene protocols and a supportive work culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Excellence: Perform thorough dental cleanings, scaling and root planing (SRP), and periodontal charting with a gentle, patient-focused approach.
• Patient Education: Educate patients on oral hygiene techniques and the vital link between oral health and systemic wellness.
• Diagnostic Support: Capture high-quality digital X-rays and intraoral photos; identify signs of periodontal disease for doctor review.
• Preventive Care: Administer fluoride treatments, sealants, and other preventive therapies.
• Sterilization & Safety: Maintain strict adherence to OSHA, CDC, and ADA sterilization protocols to ensure a safe environment.
• Collaboration: Partner with our doctors and office manager to ensure seamless treatment planning and patient follow-up.

Qualifications

• Licensure: Valid California Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license.
• Certifications: Active CPR/BLS certification; Local Anesthesia and Nitrous Oxide certifications preferred.
• Experience: Previous experience in a high-quality private practice is a plus, but we welcome motivated new graduates.
• Soft Skills: Excellent communication, a calming bedside manner, and a team-player mentality.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive Pay: $80–$85 per hour, commensurate with experience.
• Modern Workspace: A beautiful office in Lower Pacific Heights with updated technology.
• Quality Focus: We prioritize patient care quality over high-volume turnover.

Pay: $80.00 - $85.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Collaborate with healthcare professionals • Private practice • Nitrous Oxide Certification • OSHA (regulatory compliance area) • Direct patient care • CPR Certification • Temporary • Teamwork • Dental office • Private practice experience • Hourly pay • Image acquisition for patient care • Root planing • BLS Certification • Fluoride treatment • Infection control • Health insurance • Dental insurance • Preventive health (patient care) • Dental sterilization procedures • Disinfection procedures • Paid time off • Basic life support • Dental x-ray • Patient interaction • 401(k) matching • In-person • Employee discount • Patient charting • Registered Dental Hygienist • Dental sealant application • Communication skills • Flexible schedule • Health education and counseling • Entry level