Dental Hygienist
FORESIDE FAMILY DENTAL PLLC · Kittery, ME · 2 wk ago
On-site$55–$65/hrFull-time
Earn $55-$65+/Hour with a $7,500 welcome bonus. Relocation assistance and Maine license transfer costs covered for qualified candidates.
About the role
Foreside Family Dental is growing and excited to welcome a passionate Dental Hygienist to our team. Join us as we welcome a new local doctor committed to growing the practice while maintaining a positive, patient-focused culture. You'll help shape the future of the office alongside a supportive doctor who values teamwork and outstanding patient care.
Responsibilities
- Perform dental hygiene procedures, patient screenings, and medical history documentation
- Provide preventative care and overall maintenance of patients’ dental health
- Utilize clinical tools such as Velscope, Diagnodent, digital scanner, digital x-rays, and electronic medical records
- Deliver exceptional patient care with a focus on education and long-term dental health
Qualifications
- Current dental hygienist license in Maine (or ability to transfer; cost covered by employer)
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene (where required)
- CPR Certification
- Excellent working knowledge of dentistry and dental hygiene procedures
- New graduates welcome to apply
Skills
- Experience with Velscope, Diagnodent, digital scanner, digital x-rays, and electronic medical records (preferred)
- Strong clinical skills with a desire for continuous learning and professional growth
- Ability to lift and carry up to 45 pounds and perform prolonged periods of sitting and standing
- Commitment to delivering high-quality patient care in a collaborative environment
Benefits
- $7,500 welcome bonus
- Competitive pay: $55-$65+/hour
- Same-Day Pay available through DailyPay
- Daily and quarterly bonus opportunities
- Relocation assistance available
- Comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off and holidays
- Life insurance
- Continuing education and mentorship opportunities
- Flexible scheduling options
- Supportive, team-oriented culture with state-of-the-art technology and clinical support
- 90-minute new patient appointments and quality time with patients
- Professional growth opportunities and access to a network of mentors
- Unparalleled business support and high-quality supplies and labs
Schedule
- Monday - Thursday, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Flexible scheduling options available for the right candidate
- 4-day work week for excellent work-life balance
Physical Requirements
- Ability to perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation
- Prolonged periods of sitting and standing
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds at times
- Availability to attend virtual or in-person training sessions periodically
Additional Requirements
- Tuberculosis (TB) test required for all new hires (arranged during pre-employment process; not applicable in FL & TN)