Dental Hygienist

Job Description

Job Description

Dental Hygienist - Open to New Grads! 

Full-Time

Dental Care of South Puyallup is looking for a Dental Hygienist to join our growing team!

Dental Care of South Puyallup
15514 Meridian E
Puyallup, WA 98375

At Dental Care of South Puyallup, you'll join a supportive team that values collaboration, patient relationships, and professional growth. Whether you're an experienced hygienist or a new graduate, you'll have the opportunity to provide exceptional care while building a rewarding and long-term career.

Heartland Dental is the nation's largest dental support organization, providing non-clinical administrative support services to more than 3,000 supported doctors across 39 states and the District of Columbia. Each supported office is unique to the community and patients it serves, while offering the resources, technology, and support of a nationwide network.

Hygienists in Washington work for a supported professional corporation (PC) and are not employed by Heartland Dental.

As a Dental Hygienist, you'll be recognized as a clinical provider and patient advocate. You'll be an integral member of the patient care team, providing the highest quality care while building meaningful relationships with your patients. With best-in-class mentorship, continuing education opportunities, and industry-leading clinical support, you'll have everything you need to thrive and grow in your career.

About Dental Care of South Puyallup

Dental Care of South Puyallup, like each Heartland Dental supported office, is unique to the community and the patients they serve. With the support of a practice manager, a highly trained team on site, and a vast network of experts across the nation, you'll be connected to the resources and support of Heartland Dental.

• Join a close-knit, 6-person team that thrives on collaboration, communication, and providing exceptional patient care.
• Conveniently located on Meridian E in the growing South Hill/Puyallup area, with easy access to shopping, dining, and major commuter routes.
• New grads are encouraged to apply and will receive mentorship and support from an experienced team committed to helping you grow and succeed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current Washington Dental Hygienist license (or ability to obtain prior to start date)
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Dental Hygiene
• CPR Certification
• Passion for patient care and building lasting patient relationships
• Strong communication skills and a team-first mindset

• New graduates and experienced hygienists are encouraged to apply
• Knowledge of dental hygiene procedures, periodontal therapy, patient education, and preventive care
• Experience with digital X-rays, intraoral cameras, digital scanners, Velscope, Diagnodent, and electronic dental records is a plus
• Commitment to continuing education and professional growth
• Desire to provide comprehensive patient care while practicing at the top of your license

Who is Heartland Dental?

Heartland Dental is the nation's largest dental support organization, providing non-clinical administrative support services to more than 3,000 supported doctors across 39 states and the District of Columbia in over 1,900+ dental offices. Each Heartland Dental supported office is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Supported doctors are the leaders of their practice and retain clinical autonomy. All Heartland Dental supported doctors are united by a common goal: delivering the highest quality dental care and experiences to the communities they serve.

At Heartland Dental, we’re committed to living our core values which promote diversity and inclusion.  We provide all employees and applicants for employment the protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment.