Dental Hygienist

Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) | 3–4 Days/Week | Established Private Practice

Dana Point Dental | Dana Point, CA

Schedule: 3–4 days per week, Monday–Thursday
Experience: Minimum 3 years; 5+ years preferred
Employment: Part-time to full-time opportunity

Join a Practice Where Quality Care and Meaningful Relationships Come First

At Dana Point Dental, we believe exceptional dentistry begins with exceptional people.

We are an established, highly regarded private dental practice in beautiful Dana Point, California, known for our commitment to clinical excellence, personalized patient care, and long-standing relationships with our patients and community.

We are seeking an experienced, compassionate, and motivated Registered Dental Hygienist to join our team 3–4 days per week.

This opportunity is ideal for a hygienist who genuinely loves their profession, takes pride in delivering outstanding care, and is looking for a long-term position where they can feel valued, contribute meaningfully, and continue to grow professionally.

What Makes Our Practice Different?

We take pride in creating an environment where both our patients and our team members feel respected, supported, and appreciated.

• Patient-centered philosophy: We prioritize quality over quantity, allowing time for thorough, individualized care and meaningful patient education.
• Established patient relationships: Many of our patients have trusted us with their dental care for years, even decades.
• Collaborative team culture: Our doctors, hygienists, assistants, and administrative team work together with a shared commitment to excellence.
• Comprehensive oral wellness: We believe hygiene is an essential part of whole-person health, emphasizing prevention, periodontal health, and progressive treatment options.
• Commitment to growth: We value continuing education, professional development, and team members who are excited to advance their clinical knowledge and skills.
• Award-winning reputation: Our practice has been recognized as a Best Dental Office in Dana Point, reflecting our dedication to exceptional patient experiences.

Who We're Looking For

Our ideal candidate is a skilled clinician who brings both professionalism and warmth to every patient interaction.

We would love to meet someone who:

• Has at least 3 years of clinical dental hygiene experience, ideally 5 or more.
• Demonstrates excellent clinical skills and a strong understanding of periodontal health and preventive dentistry.
• Builds genuine relationships with patients and helps them feel comfortable, informed, and confident in their care.
• Is passionate about patient education and helping patients understand the connection between oral health and overall wellness.
• Communicates clearly and works collaboratively with doctors and fellow team members.
• Is dependable, organized, proactive, and attentive to detail.
• Embraces new technology, treatment modalities, and opportunities for continued learning.
• Takes ownership of their role and contributes positively to the success of the entire practice.
• Values consistency, accountability, mutual respect, and a supportive team environment.
• Is seeking a long-term professional opportunity, not simply a temporary position.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive dental hygiene care with an emphasis on prevention, periodontal therapy, and long-term oral health.
• Perform thorough periodontal assessments, charting, prophylaxis, periodontal maintenance, and scaling and root planing.
• Educate patients on their oral health findings, recommended treatments, and individualized home-care strategies.
• Collaborate with our doctors to identify patient needs and support comprehensive treatment planning.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and uphold the highest standards of infection control and patient safety.
• Help patients maintain continuity of care through appropriate recare recommendations and scheduling.
• Contribute to a positive, efficient, and team-oriented clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Active California Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license in good standing.
• Minimum 3 years of clinical experience; 5+ years strongly preferred.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong periodontal assessment and treatment skills.
• Experience with dental practice management software and digital technology preferred.
• Local anesthesia and nitrous oxide certifications, as applicable.

Schedule & Opportunity

We are looking for someone available 3–4 days per week, Monday through Thursday, with the opportunity to establish a consistent, long-term schedule.

We offer a professional, patient-focused environment, an established patient base, and the opportunity to work alongside a dedicated team that genuinely cares about the quality of its work.

Compensation is competitive and based on experience and qualifications.

We'd Love to Meet You!

If you're an experienced dental hygienist who values clinical excellence, meaningful patient relationships, and being part of a team that takes pride in what they do, we'd love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume along with a brief introduction sharing what you're looking for in your next professional opportunity to [email protected]

We look forward to connecting with someone who shares our passion for exceptional dentistry and would love to grow with Dana Point Dental for years to come.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person

Collaborate with healthcare professionals • Background check • Private practice • Nitrous Oxide Certification • Patient comfort • Local Anesthesia Certification • CPR Certification • Customer communication • Dental diagnosis • Dental office • Customer relationship building • Part-time • Dental care patient counseling • Root planing • Patient assessment • BLS Certification • Client rapport building • Email • Practice management software • Patient management software • Patient safety measures implementation • Full-time • Care documentation • 3 years • Health insurance • Preventive health (patient care) • One-on-one patient counseling • Paid time off • Attention to detail • Dentrix • Clinical assessment documentation • Multidisciplinary team collaboration for treatment planning • Dental treatment planning • Dental Hygiene • Healthcare infection prevention and control compliance expertise • Patient interaction • Typing • 401(k) matching • In-person • Employee discount • Patient treatment • Senior level • Patient education • Registered Dental Hygienist • Communication skills • Retirement plan