Dental Hygienist-Full Time-$3,000 Sign on bonus!

Dental Hygienist Cedar Rapids, IA

At Midwest Dental Dubuque, supported by Smile Brands, you'll find the best of both worlds: the close-knit feel of a community dental practice combined with the resources, technology, and support of a nationwide organization committed to clinical excellence.

We're looking for a passionate, patient-focused Dental Hygienist who wants more than just a schedule of appointmentsyou want to build relationships, practice at the top of your license, educate patients, and make a lasting impact on oral health in the Dubuque community.

Whether you're an experienced hygienist or a new graduate eager to grow your career, you'll join a team that values collaboration, clinical autonomy, and exceptional patient care.

Why You'll Love Working Here

Practice with purpose. Spend your day focused on prevention, education, and helping patients achieve healthier smiles for life.

Clinical autonomy with support. Enjoy the independence to provide individualized patient care while partnering closely with supportive doctors and team members who value your expertise.

Work at the top of your license. Utilize your full clinical skillset including periodontal therapy, patient education, oral health assessments, and advanced preventive care.

Invest in your growth. Take advantage of company-paid continuing education, mentorship opportunities, and career advancement pathways within a growing organization.

Modern technology and tools. Work with up-to-date technology and equipment designed to improve both the patient and provider experience.

A culture that puts people first. Join a team built on collaboration, kindness, respect, and a shared commitment to creating exceptional patient experiences.

What You'll Do

• Deliver comprehensive preventive and therapeutic hygiene care
• Perform patient assessments, periodontal charting, and oral cancer screenings
• Educate patients on oral health, home care, and disease prevention
• Partner with doctors to identify and present treatment opportunities that improve long-term patient outcomes
• Build trust and lasting relationships with patients and their families
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure compliance with state and regulatory guidelines
• Contribute to a positive, team-oriented office culture focused on outstanding patient care

What We're Looking For

• Current Iowa Dental Hygienist license or eligibility to obtain licensure
• Current CPR certification
• Strong communication and patient education skills
• Passion for preventive care and improving patient health
• Commitment to teamwork and delivering exceptional experiences
• New graduates are encouraged to apply

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and incentive opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Company-paid continuing education opportunities
• Flexible scheduling options
• Generous Paid time off accrual
• Career growth opportunities within a nationwide network of supported practices

If you're looking for a practice where your clinical skills are valued, your growth is supported, and your work truly makes a difference, we'd love to meet you at Midwest Dental Cedar Rapids.

Apply today and discover a career where you can grow, lead, and help your patients smile brighter every day.

Schedule (days/hours): M-Th 8-5

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality preventive dental hygiene care using evidence-based protocols.
• Perform appropriate assessments, diagnostics and preventive treatments within your scope of practice.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, prevention and the connection between oral and overall health.
• Build trusting relationships with patients and create a welcoming, judgment-free experience.
• Collaborate with dentists and hygiene teammates to identify patient needs and personalize treatment.
• Stay current with dental technologies, instruments and best practices that enhance patient care.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and follow applicable safety and compliance standards.

Qualifications

• Licensed Dental Hygienist or eligible to become licensed in the state of practice.
• New graduates are welcome!
• Current CPR certification.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for patient care, education and prevention.
• Commitment to providing an exceptional patient experience.
• A collaborative, positive approach to working with patients and teammates.

Compensation: $40-$45 per hour-$3,000 Sign on bonus!

About Us

Benefits are determined by employment status/hours worked and include paid time off ("PTO"), health, dental, vision, health savings account, telemedicine, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability insurance, employee discount programs, pet insurance, and a 401k plan. As a dental hygienist, you'll also enjoy complimentary CEs and access to other internal training opportunities to support your growth.

Smile Brands supports over 650 affiliated dental practices across 28 states all focused on a single mission of delivering Smiles For Everyone! Smiles for patients, providers, employees, and community partners. Everyone. Our growing portfolio of affiliated dental brands and practice models range from large regional brands to uniquely branded local practices. This role is associated with the affiliated dental office listed at the top of the job posting on our career site.

Smile Brands Inc. and all Affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), protected hair style and texture (The CROWN Act), genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. If you would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io.