Dental Hygienist

Job Description

Job Description

At Walton Dental Group, we believe dentistry is about more than teeth—it's about total health, trust, and genuine human connection. We're a purpose-driven, technology-forward general dental practice in Canton, Ohio, part of a three-location family practice with roots going back to 1955. Dr. Ryan Walton leads with a deep commitment to Complete Health Dentistry and a team culture built on continuing education, kindness, and excellence.

We're growing—and we're looking for a compassionate, patient-focused Dental Hygienist to join our Canton team. If you're passionate about educating patients, building lasting relationships, and practicing at the highest level of clinical care, you'll thrive in our supportive and collaborative environment.

What You'll Do

• Provide comprehensive preventive and periodontal dental hygiene services in accordance with Ohio licensing standards
• Perform periodontal assessments, charting, and oral cancer screenings
• Take high-quality digital radiographs and other diagnostic records while following all safety protocols
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, nutrition, and the connection between oral health and overall health
• Partner with doctors to identify treatment needs and support comprehensive patient care
• Develop meaningful relationships with patients while creating a comfortable and positive experience at every visit
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and charting in Dentrix
• Follow OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control guidelines to maintain a safe clinical environment
• Support efficient scheduling while delivering exceptional patient-centered care
• Embrace our Complete Health Dentistry philosophy by helping patients understand how oral health impacts their overall wellness

What We're Looking ForRequired:

• Current Ohio Dental Hygienist License in good standing
• Current CPR certification
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical dental hygiene experience preferred (new graduates with a passion for patient care are encouraged to apply)
• Experience with Dentrix or another dental practice management software
• Strong communication and patient education skills
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to clinical excellence
• Positive, compassionate, and team-oriented attitude

Bonus Points For:

• Experience with periodontal therapy and comprehensive care
• Familiarity with Complete Health or total-health dentistry
• Experience using digital radiography and modern dental technology

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly compensation based on experience
• Performance bonus program—when the team wins, you win
• 8 paid holidays: New Year's Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day
• PTO that grows with you—8 days to start, increasing to 18 days after 8 years of service; unused PTO is paid out at year-end
• Birthday benefit—take your birthday off with full pay, or work and earn double your hourly rate
• 401(k) with a strong employer match—100% match on your first 3%, plus 50% match on the next 2%
• Free dental care for you and your family—including preventive and major treatment, plus specialist discounts
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• State-of-the-art technology and a practice committed to clinical excellence
• A collaborative team that values your expertise, supports your growth, and encourages work-life balance

Equal Opportunity Employer

Walton Dental Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace for all employees and applicants. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you currently hold an active dental hygiene license, or are you enrolled in a dental hygiene program with an expected graduation date?