Dental Hygienist

Location: Southern Smiles Dental Studio Southern Smiles Dental Studio in Columbia, SC, is seeking a friendly, motivated Full-Time Registered Dental Hygienist to join our growing team! We are a modern, patient-focused practice committed to providing high-quality care in a welcoming and upbeat environment. If you're passionate about educating patients, building lasting relationships, and working alongside a supportive team, we'd love to meet you. Responsibilities Perform thorough dental cleanings and periodontal maintenance Take digital X-rays Conduct patient assessments and charting Educate patients on oral hygiene and preventative care Assist in developing and maintaining treatment plans Ensure a clean, organized, and compliant clinical environment Collaborate with doctors and team members to provide exceptional patient care Qualifications Active South Carolina Dental Hygiene license Current CPR certification Strong communication and interpersonal skills Team-oriented with a positive attitudeExperience with digital charting systems preferred Commitment to delivering outstanding patient care and education What We Offer Competitive hourly pay ranging from $40-45/hr Comprehensive benefits package, including: Health insurance Paid time off (PTO) Paid holidays Retirement plan/401(k) options Continuing education opportunities Supportive and collaborative team culture Modern technology and equipment Opportunities for professional growth and advancement as our practice continues to expand At Southern Smiles Dental Studio, we pride ourselves on creating a comfortable experience for our patients and a positive workplace for our team. If you're looking for a full-time opportunity in Columbia with a practice that truly values its hygienists, we'd love to connect. FLSA Status: Non-Exempt We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability status or other legally protected status. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. #J-18808-Ljbffr