Dental Hygienist

Registered Dental Hygienist – Denver, CO
Location: Denver, Colorado
Type: Full-Time / Direct Hire
Pay: Starting at $57/hour (DOE)

About the Practice
Join a growing, patient-focused dental practice in Southeast Denver that values quality care, teamwork, and professional growth. Our client is a well-established healthcare organization specializing in comprehensive dental care, known for delivering compassionate, patient-first services in a modern, technology-driven environment. With a strong commitment to continuing education, both patients and staff enjoy an exceptional experience.

Position Overview
We are seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will support dentists in providing outstanding patient care, educate patients on oral health, and help ensure each visit is positive and efficient. This is a direct hire opportunity offering stability, professional development, and a supportive work environment.

Schedule:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday (Tuesday off)
Patient hours: 7:00am – 4:00pm with a 1-hour lunch
Appointments are 60 minutes, with 8 patients per day
Flexible scheduling opportunities may be available

Key Responsibilities
Review patient charts and medical history prior to treatment
Greet and engage patients, explain procedures, and answer questions
Provide clinical care including screenings, record collection, and patient education on oral health and treatment plans
Schedule recall and restorative appointments
Maintain accurate and detailed patient records using Carestack
Follow infection control protocols, ensure operatory cleanliness, and sterilize instruments
Expand clinical skills through continuing education and training

Qualifications
Current Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license
Laser Certification and Local Anesthetic Certification preferred
Experience with Carestack and SOTA Cloud preferred
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Detail-oriented with ability to multitask in a fast-paced clinical environment
Open to new graduates

Benefits & Perks
Competitive hourly pay: $57/hour and up DOE
Paid Time Off (all-inclusive vacation, sick, etc.):
Year 0–1: 48 hours
Year 1–5: 80 hours
Year 5+: 120 hours
Option to take additional unpaid time off
9 Paid Holidays per year (8 hours each)
Health Insurance through UnitedHealthcare with 3 plan options:
Eligible the start of the month after 30 days
2 plans offered at no cost to employee; optional buy-up or coverage for spouse/dependents
Vision insurance available at employee cost
Dental Benefits: coverage for employee and immediate family from day 1; annual per person max $6,750; significant internal discounts
401(k) Plan: eligible after 6 months; safe harbor match: 100% match on first 3% contributed, 50% on next 2% (equivalent to 4% total)
Paid Continuing Education (100%)
Employee Recognition Program via Bonus ($20 equivalent points each month to reward teammates)
Mental Health Assistance: up to $200 reimbursement
Practice Culture
Collaborative and supportive team environment with 4 dentists and 7 hygienists
Clinically aligned team with strong communication and mentorship