Dental hygienist

Tabaa periodontics & Dental Implant - Dental Hygienist Heartland Periodontal & Dental Implant Center is actively expanding our team in Fairfield, Ohio! We are seeking an enthusiastic Registered Dental Hygienist who is deeply passionate about systemic health, specialized preventative care, and continuous patient education. Our practice thrives on a patient-first philosophy, offering a supportive, growth-oriented environment where your expertise is genuinely celebrated. Whether you are an ambitious recent graduate or an experienced clinical professional, we provide the tools, mentorship, and advanced technology necessary to build a rewarding career in specialized periodontics. Pay $45~$60 per hour Salary Details - Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience. Employment Type Full-time Requirements Licensed dental hygienist Local Anesthesia Certification Licensure: Active, valid Ohio Dental Hygiene License in good standing. Anesthesia Certification: State-issued Local Anesthesia Certification is strictly required. Sedation Certification: Nitrous Oxide Monitoring Certification is highly preferred (candidates willing to obtain this shortly after hire will be considered). Clinical Skillset: Competency in modern digital radiography, clinical assessment documentation, and periodontal charting. Core Traits: Exceptional patient interaction skills, a compassionate clinical bedside manner, and a strong desire to help shape an expanding specialized hygiene program. Job Description Specialized Periodontal Therapy: Execute advanced scaling, root planing (SRP), and targeted pocket therapy procedures with clinical precision. Comprehensive Clinical Assessment: Conduct thorough periodontal charting, capture digital radiographs, take high-resolution intraoral photos, and perform accurate risk assessments. Patient Education & Counseling: Inform patients on the critical link between oral-systemic health, customizing home care regimens to effectively manage chronic and acute periodontal disease. Anesthesia & Sedation Monitoring: Administer local anesthesia safely to ensure patient comfort and diligently monitor nitrous oxide sedation during therapeutic treatments. Implant & Maintenance Care: Manage long-term 3-to-6-month maintenance protocols for dental implants and post-surgical periodontal patients. Clinical Case Documentation: Maintain highly detailed, organized clinical case notes and treatment plans in collaboration with the Periodontist. Benefits Jobley Bonus: $180 (awarded to candidates hired through Jobley) Shift & Schedule Shift flexibility to be discussed during the interview process About the Practice Name: Tabaa periodontics & Dental Implant Location: 5850 Boymel Dr, Fairfield, OH 45014 Tabaa periodontics & Dental Implant