Registered Dental Hygienist

Job Description

Job Description

Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) — Okatie, SC

Location: Okatie, South Carolina (Bluffton/Hilton Head area) Employment Type: Full-Time Compensation: Competitive, commensurate with experience

About Our Client

Our client is a warm, patient-centered dental practice nestled in the heart of the Lowcountry. Their team is passionate about delivering exceptional oral health care in a welcoming, modern environment — and they're growing. They believe that a great hygienist is the backbone of a thriving practice, and they're looking for someone who shares their commitment to clinical excellence and genuine patient connection.

The Role

As the Registered Dental Hygienist, you'll be an essential part of our client's clinical team — building lasting relationships with patients, delivering comprehensive preventive care, and partnering with their dentists to support whole-patient health. You'll work in a well-equipped, organized operatory with strong administrative support so you can focus on what you do best: caring for patients.

What You'll Do

• Perform thorough dental hygiene assessments, including medical history review, periodontal charting, and oral cancer screenings
• Provide prophylaxis, scaling and root planing, and other preventive and therapeutic treatments
• Take and review radiographs in compliance with ALARA standards and state regulations
• Educate patients on oral hygiene techniques and the connection between oral and systemic health
• Document patient records accurately and in a timely manner
• Collaborate with the dentist to develop individualized patient treatment plans
• Assist in maintaining a safe, clean, and OSHA-compliant clinical environment

What We're Looking For

• Active Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license in the state of South Carolina (or eligibility to obtain)
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Experience with digital radiography and practice management software (Eaglesoft, Dentrix, or similar)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills — our patients love to feel heard
• A collaborative, positive attitude and a team-first mindset
• Local anesthesia certification a plus

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Paid time off and holidays
• Continuing education allowance and support for licensure renewal
• A supportive, low-turnover team environment
• Beautiful Lowcountry location — enjoy the best of coastal South Carolina living

About Okatie, SC

Located just minutes from Bluffton and Hilton Head Island, Okatie offers the charm of the Lowcountry with easy access to beaches, dining, and outdoor recreation. Whether you're already local or looking to relocate, this is a wonderful place to build your career and your life.