Registered Dental Hygienist

Overview of Terrery Dental:

Terrery Dental has proudly served Northeast Pennsylvania for over 30 years, building a trusted reputation and an active patient base of 7,000+ patients. Our practice operates from a brand-new, 3,960 sq ft state-of-the-art facility featuring 9 active operatories with capacity to expand by an additional 5 operatories, creating an exciting environment for growth, clinical excellence, and long-term opportunity.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a skilled and patient-focused Registered Dental Hygienist to join our growing clinical team. The ideal candidate is committed to delivering exceptional preventive and periodontal care, educating patients on long-term oral health, and contributing to a positive, collaborative office culture.

Key Responsibilities:

- Perform prophylaxis, scaling and root planing, and periodontal maintenance therapy

- Conduct comprehensive periodontal evaluations and charting

- Take and review digital X-rays and intraoral images

- Apply preventive treatments including fluoride and sealants

- Educate patients on oral hygiene, home care, and risk factors

- Collaborate with dentists on treatment planning and case presentation

- Maintain accurate, confidential patient records and current clinical documentation

- Follow OSHA and infection control standards in instrument sterilization and operatory turnover

- Support an efficient schedule and a welcoming patient experience

Qualifications:

- Active Pennsylvania Dental Hygiene license in good standing

- Graduate of an accredited dental hygiene program (Associate‘s degree or higher)

- Current CPR/BLS certification

- Local anesthesia certification preferred (or willingness to obtain)

- Strong clinical skills with attention to detail and patient comfort

- Excellent communication skills and a team-first mindset

- Experience with digital radiography and modern practice management software preferred

What We Offer:

- Competitive compensation (hourly or daily rate, commensurate with experience)

- Production-based bonus potential

- Consistent, fully scheduled patient flow

- Modern, state-of-the-art office with the latest hygiene technology

- Continuing education support and license renewal assistance

- Supportive, team-focused culture with low turnover

- Long-term growth within a thriving, expanding practice

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Compensation:

• $32-$40/hour