Dental Hygienist

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Job Description

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***$6,000 Signing Bonus + HEALTH INSURANCE***

At Fairbanks Family Dental Care, we believe great hygiene teams are built through collaboration, support, growth, and shared ownership — not isolation.

We are a large, team-oriented group practice in Fairbanks seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist who wants more than simply “clocking in and cleaning teeth.”

Our hygienists play a major leadership role in patient education, co-diagnosis, treatment acceptance, and practice growth. We value your voice, your clinical judgment, and your contribution to improving the health of our community.

This is an excellent opportunity for an RDH who enjoys teamwork, continuous learning, mentorship, and practicing alongside multiple doctors and fellow hygienists in a highly collaborative environment.

Why Hygienists Choose Our Practice

Collaboration Instead of Isolation

Unlike smaller offices where hygienists work independently with minimal support, our large-group practice model creates daily opportunities to collaborate with:

• Multiple dentists
• Experienced hygienists
• Assistants and front office team members

We believe strong communication and calibration lead to better patient care, stronger clinical confidence, and a healthier work environment.

Consistent Growth & Continuing Education

We invest heavily in our hygiene team through:

• Weekly team training meetings
• Monthly hygiene department calibration meetings
• In-office continuing education opportunities
• CE support provided by the practice
• Cross-training and leadership development

We want our hygienists to continue growing clinically, professionally, and personally.

Team-Based Culture

We work hard, support each other, communicate openly, and genuinely enjoy being together as a team. Our culture is built around:

• Connection
• Accountability
• Leadership
• Compassion
• Fun & Food

We maintain a positive, respectful, no-gossip environment where team members are encouraged to contribute ideas and solutions.

Responsibilities

• Provide preventive and periodontal hygiene services for children and adults
• Perform assessments of teeth, periodontal tissues, and oral health conditions
• Administer local anesthetic as permitted by Alaska licensure
• Educate patients and build value in oral health and treatment
• Collaborate with doctors regarding co-diagnosis and treatment planning
• Support a productive and positive patient experience
• Participate in team meetings, calibration, and ongoing training
• Maintain accurate documentation and uphold patient confidentiality
• Contribute positively to overall office flow and teamwork

Qualifications Required

• Active Registered Dental Hygienist license
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Team-oriented mindset
• Desire to grow professionally and clinically

Preferred

• Local anesthetic and nitrous oxide certification
• Experience in a collaborative or group practice setting

Schedule

• 4-day work week only (average of 7 patients per day)
• Monday–Thursday 8am-4pm with a paid 30 minute lunch break

Benefits

• $6,000 signing bonus or relocation assistance available
• Health Insurance
• Health and Childcare FSA
• Monthly profit sharing
• 401(k) + matching
• Paid time off
• Employee & Family discount
• Professional development assistance
• Continuing education support

Who Thrives Here

This role is ideal for someone who:

• Wants to collaborate instead of working on an island
• Values growth and continuing education
• Enjoys building relationships with patients and teammates
• Wants to contribute ideas and help shape the practice
• Appreciates a positive, high-performing team culture

If that sounds like the kind of environment you’ve been looking for, we’d love to meet you.

Please send:

• Resume
• Three professional references
• A short note about what you value most in a dental team and work culture

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Temporary

Pay: $60.00 - $65.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• What interests you about this role and Fairbanks, AK?
• What type of work environment helps you thrive?

Work Location: In person (360A Old Chena Pump Road, Fairbanks, AK 99709)