Registered Dental Hygienist

Employment Proposition: Registered Dental Hygienist
Position: Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)
Location: 5486 La Palma Avenue, La Palma, CA 90623
Type: Part-time
Reports To: Doctors
Our Purpose
As a Registered Dental Hygienist in our practice, you are much more than a preventive care provider—you are one of the primary drivers of our patients’ long-term oral health. You build lasting relationships with patients through education, prevention, compassion, and exceptional clinical care. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about helping people improve their health, values excellence in patient care, and enjoys being part of a collaborative, high-performing team.
Your clinical expertise, attention to detail, and ability to educate and motivate patients directly contribute to healthier smiles and a positive patient experience every day.
Responsibilities
• Perform comprehensive dental hygiene procedures, including prophylaxis, periodontal therapy, periodontal charting, oral cancer screenings, fluoride treatments, localized antibiotic therapy, and other preventive services within the RDH scope of practice
• Administer local anesthetic and nitrous oxide when indicated and permitted by licensure
• Take high-quality digital radiographs and intraoral images to assist in diagnosis and treatment planning
• Accurately document clinical findings, periodontal conditions, existing restorations, treatment performed, and recommendations
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, periodontal health, disease prevention, and home care techniques
• Identify and communicate treatment needs to doctors and patients
• Maintain OSHA, HIPAA, infection control, and sterilization standards
• Prepare and maintain treatment rooms and clinical equipment
• Collaborate with the administrative team to support recare, patient retention, and schedule efficiency
• Contribute to a positive, team-focused environment while providing an exceptional patient experience
What We’re Looking For
• Active California Registered Dental Hygienist license
• Current CPR certification
• Local anesthesia and nitrous oxide certification
• Excellent communication and patient education skills
• Strong clinical judgment and attention to detail
• Ability to work efficiently while delivering exceptional patient care
• Positive attitude and commitment to teamwork
• Experience with Eaglesoft is preferred but not required
What We Offer
• Supportive, team-centered culture in a well-established general family dental practice
• Consistent schedule
• Focus on high-quality dentistry and exceptional patient relationships
• Modern technology and clinical support
• Growth and continuing education opportunities
• Doctors and team members who genuinely value collaboration, kindness, and excellence
How This Role Reflects Our Core Values
Passion for Caring for People:
You help patients achieve healthier lives through education, prevention, compassion, and personalized care. Every interaction is an opportunity to build trust and improve someone’s overall health and confidence.
Unwavering Integrity:
You provide honest clinical assessments, thorough documentation, and consistently follow the highest ethical, safety, and professional standards.
A Loving, Caring Community Enhancing People’s Lives:
You foster meaningful relationships with patients and teammates by creating a welcoming environment built on kindness, respect, and genuine care.
The Highest Quality Dentistry:
You are committed to clinical excellence by providing comprehensive periodontal care, maintaining exceptional standards, and partnering with our doctors to deliver outstanding treatment.
Continuous Learning:
You continually expand your clinical knowledge through continuing education, collaboration, and a commitment to improving patient outcomes and advancing your professional skills.
Commitment to the Team:
You recognize that exceptional patient care requires teamwork. You communicate effectively, support your coworkers, help maintain an efficient schedule, and willingly contribute wherever needed to help the practice succeed.
What Success Looks Like
• Patients feel genuinely cared for, educated, and motivated to improve their oral health
• Clinical care is thorough, efficient, and consistently exceeds the standard of care
• Documentation is complete, accurate, and timely
• Patients understand their treatment needs and trust our recommendations
• Hygiene schedules remain productive through strong patient retention and recare
• Excellent communication between doctors, hygiene, and administrative teams
• Consistent compliance with safety, infection control, and regulatory standards
• Positive contributions to the culture and success of the practice every day
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If interested, please contact us! We can’t wait to hear your story and see if we’re the right fit for each other!