Dental Hygienist

<p><strong>Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) </strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Atlanta Area <br /><strong>Compensation: $50 - $55 / hr</strong><br /><strong>Patient Mix:</strong> PPO / FFS  <br /><strong>Practice Model:</strong> Traditional Hygiene - Single column 60 minutes<br /><strong>Schedule: </strong>Mon - Friday 7:30 am - 5:00 pm<br /><strong>Benefits Eligibility:</strong> Employees regularly scheduled to work 30+ hours per week may be eligible for benefits. </p><p><strong>About the Role</strong> </p><p>United Dental Corporation is seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) to join our growing team in the vibrant East Atlanta area. </p><p>We are looking for a hygienist who is passionate about patient education, preventive care, and delivering an exceptional patient experience. </p><p>Specific practice placement will be discussed during the interview process based on your experience, schedule preferences, geographic considerations, and business needs. </p><p>Candidates may be considered for multiple practices within the region. </p><p> </p><p><strong>What Your Day Looks Like </strong></p><p>We believe great patient care starts with a predictable schedule, strong clinical support, and enough time to focus on the patient. </p><p>Depending on the practice, your day may include: </p><ul><li>60-minute hygiene appointments </li></ul><ul><li>Dedicated periodontal therapy scheduling </li></ul><ul><li>Established patient base and recall program </li></ul><ul><li>Doctor support for exams and treatment planning </li></ul><ul><li>Modern technology and digital workflows </li></ul><ul><li>Collaborative clinical environment focused on quality patient care </li></ul><ul><li>Opportunities to build long-term patient relationships </li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What You'll Do </strong></p><ul><li>Perform dental prophylaxis and periodontal maintenance </li></ul><ul><li>Conduct periodontal charting and assessments </li></ul><ul><li>Take diagnostic radiographs </li></ul><ul><li>Deliver patient education and oral hygiene instruction </li></ul><ul><li>Identify and communicate treatment needs to patients and providers </li></ul><ul><li>Maintain accurate clinical documentation </li></ul><ul><li>Support comprehensive patient care through collaboration with dentists and team members </li></ul><ul><li>Promote preventive dentistry and long-term oral health </li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><p><strong>Required </strong></p><ul><li>Experience with periodontal therapy </li><li>Laser Certification</li><li>Active Dental Hygiene License in Georgia</li></ul><ul><li>Local Anesthesia Certification (if applicable by state) </li></ul><ul><li>Current CPR/BLS Certification </li></ul><ul><li>Strong communication and patient education skills </li></ul><ul><li>Commitment to quality patient care </li></ul><ul><li>Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment </li></ul><p><strong>Preferred </strong></p><ul><li>Experience with assisted hygiene models </li></ul><ul><li>Experience in PPO, Fee-for-Service, and/or Medicaid environments </li><li>Experience with patient education and treatment acceptance </li></ul><ul><li>Bilingual skills </li></ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><p>Employees regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for: </p><ul><li>Medical Insurance </li></ul><ul><li>Dental Insurance </li></ul><ul><li>Vision Insurance </li></ul><ul><li>401(k) with 4% Employer Match </li></ul><ul><li>Paid Holidays </li></ul><ul><li>Paid Time Off (PTO) </li></ul><ul><li>Continuing Education Support </li></ul><p>Insurance benefits begin the 1st of the month following 60 days of employment. Paid holidays become available after 90 days of employment. Benefits eligibility and waiting periods may apply. </p><p><strong>Professional Development</strong> </p><p>We believe in supporting the continued growth of our hygiene team. </p><p>Eligible hygienists may have access to: </p><ul><li>Continuing Education (CE) Support </li></ul><ul><li>Professional Membership Reimbursement </li></ul><ul><li>Clinical Development Opportunities </li></ul><ul><li>Mentorship and Career Growth Opportunities </li></ul><ul><li>Training on New Technology and Treatment Modalities </li></ul><p>Professional development benefits may vary based on position, location, and eligibility requirements. </p><p><strong>Apply Today </strong></p><p>We are actively interviewing qualified hygienists and look forward to learning more about your experience and career goals. </p><p> </p><p>#IH<br /></p>