Registered Dental Hygienist

Job Description

Job Description

Position: Registered Dental Hygienist
Status: Non-Exempt
Location: San Rafael, CA
Reports To: Dr. Michael Seda, DMD, MS
Position Type: Part-Time

Our modern, state-of-the-art periodontal and implant practice located in downtown Napa provides ethical, advanced, and compassionate care. We serve an engaged patient base that values expert-level treatment and collaborative care. We seek a registered dental hygienist who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented, high-energy environment and who is interested in professional growth within an expanding surgical practice.

Primary responsibilities include delivering excellent patient care, collaborating with the clinical team, performing hygiene and supportive periodontal procedures as appropriate, documenting care accurately, and assisting with patient education. Team members use practice technology for documentation, charting, and scheduling; therefore computer literacy and the ability to navigate clinical software are required. Training is provided for all computer systems as well as for 3D-imaging software and intra-oral photography techniques.

Desired qualities and skills:

• Positive, friendly, and caring demeanor with a strong focus on patient-centered care.
• High energy, thoroughness, and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations.
• Flexible, collaborative mindset with the capacity to work effectively both as part of a team and independently.
• Goal-oriented and results-driven with intellectual curiosity and a desire to learn.
• Strong work ethic; responsible, ethical, and punctual.
• Demonstrated ability to engender trust from doctors, colleagues, and patients.
• Excellent time-management skills, including task prioritization and creating efficient workflow.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills; able to follow instructions and express ideas clearly and thoughtfully.

Training and support will be provided for clinical software, 3D imaging, and intra-oral photography to ensure high-quality documentation and patient records.