Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)

Job Description

Job Description

Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)

• Employment Category: Part-Time

• Days Required: Tuesday OR Wednesday

• Hours: Consistent daytime hours (aligning with standard practice operations)

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay Range: $50.00 – $55.00 per hour (Competitive market range for the Fresno area; placement within the range is dependent upon clinical experience)

• Pay Type: Hourly

• Benefits: This is a part-time position and does not qualify for medical/standard full-time benefits.

About Byron L. Reintjes, DDS

At the practice of Byron L. Reintjes, DDS, we believe that every single smile is 100% unique. Located in North Fresno, our mission is to consistently earn our patients' trust and change the way they feel about dentistry-one comfortable, gentle, and productive appointment at a time. We treat our patients like members of our own family, providing highly personalized care in a thorough, professional, and friendly environment. If you are a dedicated clinical professional who loves building real relationships and going the extra mile to put patients at ease, you will fit right in with our amazing crew.

Position Overview

We are seeking a talented, compassionate Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) to join our close-knit clinical team on a part-time basis. In this role, you will be a key provider of our comprehensive preventative care, helping patients maintain and achieve their ideal smiles. You will work alongside Dr. Reintjes to deliver the top-rated "bedside manner" and exceptional clinical care our North Fresno community relies on.

Job Responsibilities

• Comprehensive Preventative Care: Perform thorough, gentle dental cleanings (prophylaxis), digital radiographs (X-rays), oral cancer screenings, and periodontal risk assessments.

• Periodontal Therapy: Execute high-quality scaling and root planing (SRP) and localized antibiotic therapies as clinically indicated.

• Patient Education: Deliver personalized oral hygiene instruction and home-care strategies tailored to each patient's unique dental health goals.

• Treatment Planning Support: Partner closely with Dr. Reintjes to identify restorative, cosmetic (such as veneers), or implant needs, helping to explain treatment benefits clearly so patients feel comfortable and informed.

• Documentation & Safety Compliance: Maintain accurate, detailed electronic patient charts and clinical notes. Adhere strictly to OSHA, CDC, and infection control standards to ensure a safe environment for our team and patients.

• Team Collaboration: Maintain a smooth clinical flow, prep treatment rooms, and actively contribute to our warm, supportive team culture.

Required & Preferred Qualifications

Education & Licensing

• Active California RDH License: Must hold and maintain a valid Registered Dental Hygienist license in the state of California.

• Certifications: Current CPR/BLS certification is required. Certification in local anesthesia and nitrous oxide monitoring is highly preferred.

Skills & Attributes

• Excellent Bedside Manner: A warm, professional demeanor with a proven ability to reassure anxious patients, take the time to explain procedures, and put people at ease.

• Clinical Excellence: Strong technical skill set in modern dental hygiene therapies, gentle instrumentation, and digital imaging technology.

• Communication: Exceptional verbal communication skills to seamlessly collaborate with Dr. Reintjes, dental assistants, and our front desk team.

• Reliability: A dependable professional who takes pride in punctuality and providing consistent, dedicated care for our Tuesday and Wednesday schedule.

Experience

• Preferred: 1+ years of clinical dental hygiene experience is preferred, but passionate new graduates dedicated to personalized patient care are welcome to apply!

To Apply

If you are ready to bring your skills to a practice where exceptional dentistry and affordable care meet, we want to hear from you! Please submit your resume today to join Dr. Reintjes and our incredible team.