Dental hygienist

Join a Team That Values You

Are you a patient-centered clinician who takes pride in delivering both exceptional care and comfort? Do you thrive in a setting where your technical skills are matched by your ability to build trust and motivate healthier habits? Join our growing, highly regarded dental practice in Silver Spring as our Registered Dental Hygienist.
Cummins Dental Group is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Dental Hygienist to join our team. This role is ideal for a licensed professional who is passionate about preventive care, confident in patient education, and committed to clinical excellence.
As a key part of our clinical team, you will be responsible for providing high-quality hygiene services, identifying and discussing treatment needs, and supporting patient retention and satisfaction. Our hygienists are empowered collaborators—not just providers—who help drive both the health of our patients and the success of our practice.
Our Ideal Candidate:
Believes in the power of prevention and education
Delivers compassionate care with consistency and efficiency
Feels confident explaining treatment needs and oral health strategies
Works well in a team setting with strong communication skills
Is comfortable with digital workflows and values organization and accuracy
Has a growth mindset and welcomes opportunities for feedback and development

Pay

$55~$65 per hour

Salary Details
Competitive hourly salary
Commission-based incentives

Employment Type

Part-time

Requirements

• Basic life support
• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
• Experienced Dental Hygienist (1+ years)
• Licensed dental hygienist
• Open Dental
• iTero

Active Maryland RDH license
CPR certification
1+ years of experience preferred (new grads welcome to apply with strong clinical references)
Proficiency in digital charting; experience with Open Dental and iTero a plus
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills

Job Description

Deliver routine and periodontal hygiene services, including scaling, polishing, and fluoride application
Take diagnostic images (BWs, FMX, Pano) and complete full perio charting
Identify and communicate treatment needs and risk factors
Educate patients on home care, oral-systemic links, and treatment follow-through
Document findings and procedures accurately in Open Dental
Collaborate closely with doctors and treatment team to maintain continuity of care
Maintain infection control protocols and operatory readiness
Participate in morning huddles, team trainings and patient care coordination

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Bonus pay
• Employee discount
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Guaranteed hourly pay with commission potential
Paid time off and holidays
401K with match
CE and professional development support
Positive, team-based work culture
Opportunities to grow within the practice

Jobley Bonus: $90 (awarded to candidates hired through Jobley)

Shift & Schedule

Work hours: Mon 7:30 am - 5 pm Tue 6:30 am - 4 pm Thu 7:30 am - 5 pm Fri 7:30 am - 2 pm
Flexibility: FT PT available
1 hour adult recall appointments
Supportive team

About the Practice

• Name: Cummins Dental Group
• Location: 8630 Fenton St Ste 210, Silver Spring, MD 20910