Dental Hygienist

Job Description

Job Description

$5000 Sign-On Bonus

Dental Hygienist

Be Part of Something Exciting From Day One!New Dental Practice Opening in Venice, FL – Dental Care at Pelican Pointe

Dental Care at Pelican Pointe is opening soon, and we're looking for full-time Dental Hygienists to help build our hygiene team from the ground up.

This is a unique opportunity to join a brand-new practice, help shape the patient experience, and grow alongside a team committed to exceptional care from day one.

Practice Location:

1150 Jacaranda Blvd
Venice, FL 34292

Construction is expected to be completed in September 2026 , but we're hiring now. Team members will have the opportunity to train, collaborate, and build relationships while working at a nearby Heartland Dental-supported office before the new practice opens.

• Be part of building a positive, patient-focused culture from the beginning
• Help establish workflows and contribute ideas that make a difference
• Build strong relationships with teammates before the practice opens
• Create lasting connections with patients in a growing community
• Enjoy the excitement and career growth opportunities that come with a new office launch

As a Dental Hygienist, you'll be a valued clinical provider and trusted patient advocate. You'll have the support, resources, and technology needed to provide exceptional care while building meaningful relationships with your patients.

At Dental Care at Pelican Pointe, you'll enjoy:

• A collaborative and supportive team environment
• The opportunity to practice at the top of your license
• A strong focus on patient-centered care
• Access to a robust Hygiene Mentor Program
• Ongoing continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Support from experienced leaders and clinical teams
• Modern technology and tools designed to enhance patient care
• Clear pathways for career growth and advancement

We believe in investing in our team members and supporting their success both professionally and personally.

Benefits include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and vision insurance
• Dental benefits
• Health Savings Account (HSA)  
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Daily Pay
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Continuing education opportunities
• Clinical mentorship and hygiene development programs
• Leadership and career growth opportunities
• Discount programs and additional voluntary benefits

If you're looking for an opportunity to make an impact, help shape a brand-new practice, and work with a team that values collaboration, growth, and outstanding patient care, we'd love to meet you.

Apply today and help build the future of Dental Care at Pelican Pointe from the very beginning.

What You’ll Gain  

• Competitive benefits including health insurance and retirement savings plans, six paid holidays and PTO (paid time off)
• Continuing education to provide you opportunity to develop your full potential and enhance your clinical skills to provide education and care to your patients.
• Access to an expansive network of mentors with 1:1 hygiene mentorship support and networking opportunities available at your fingertips.
• Unparalleled business support and the highest quality supplies and labs to deliver exceptional patient care.
• Opportunity to be a part of a secure company with 20+ years of industry leading experience that provides a stable career with unlimited growth potential

Minimum Qualifications  

• Current dental hygienist license in Florida and an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene (where required)
• Excellent working knowledge of dentistry, dental hygiene procedures, dental patient screening and medical history documentation
• CPR Certification

Preferred Experience

• Experience using Velscope, Diagnodent, digital scanner, digital x-rays and electronic medical record systems
• Desire to continue learning and grow clinical skills to meet needs of patients and provide preventative care and overall maintenance of patients’ dental health
• Clinical needs as required by office

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform essential duties as deemed necessary by the Office/ Doctor/ Heartland Dental with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position
• Prolonged periods sitting and standing
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds at times
• Availability to attend virtual training sessions (or in-person) periodically throughout the year
• As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for both team members and patients, a tuberculosis (TB) test is required for all new hires in dental office positions. This is a standard requirement for dental office roles and must be completed prior to starting employment. The test will be arranged during the pre-employment process, and any necessary guidance or paperwork will be provided. Not applicable in the state of FL & TN. 
  

Who is Heartland Dental?

Heartland Dental is the nation's largest dental support organization, providing non-clinical administrative support services to more than 3,000 supported doctors across 39 states and the District of Columbia in over 1,900+ dental offices. Each Heartland Dental supported office is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Supported doctors are the leaders of their practice and retain clinical autonomy. All Heartland Dental supported doctors are united by a common goal: delivering the highest quality dental care and experiences to the communities they serve.

At Heartland Dental, we’re committed to living our core values which promote diversity and inclusion.  We provide all employees and applicants for employment the protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment.