Dental Hygienist

Dental Hygienist Opportunity in Smyrna, TNFamily Dental Care of Smyrna is looking for a full-time Dental Hygienist to join our welcoming and collaborative team! Whether you're an experienced hygienist or a recent graduate looking for a supportive environment to launch your career, we'd love to meet you. We're seeking someone who is dependable, upbeat, motivated, and thrives in a team-oriented atmosphere where patient care always comes first.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 1,900+ dental offices. Each Heartland Dental supported office is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Supported doctors are the clinical leaders of their practice, retain full clinical autonomy, and establish their own care philosophies. All Heartland Dental supported doctors and hygienists are united by a common goal: delivering the highest quality dental care and patient experiences.As a Dental Hygienist, you'll be recognized as an elite clinical provider and patient advocate. You'll be an integral member of the patient care team, giving your patients the time and care they need, deserve and desire. With best-in-class support through our robust Hygiene mentor program and unparalleled educational offerings to enhance your clinical skills – you'll be 100% supported as you provide exceptional lifetime care to your patients!What You'll GainCompetitive benefits including health insurance and retirement savings plans, six paid holidays and PTO (paid time off)Continuing education to provide you opportunity to develop your full potential and enhance your clinical skills to provide education and care to your patients.Access to an expansive network of mentors with 1:1 hygiene mentorship support and networking opportunities available at your fingertips.Unparalleled business support and the highest quality supplies and labs to deliver exceptional patient care.Opportunity to be a part of a secure company with 20+ years of industry leading experience that provides a stable career with unlimited growth potentialAbout Family Dental Care of SmyrnaAt Family Dental Care of Smyrna, we are a fast-paced practice that values teamwork, camaraderie, and exceptional patient care. Our welcoming team works together to create a supportive environment where both patients and team members feel comfortable and appreciated. We believe that strong relationships, positive attitudes, and collaboration are the foundation of a successful practice. Whether you're a new graduate looking for mentorship or an experienced hygienist seeking a great team culture, you'll find opportunities to grow and thrive with us.Minimum QualificationsCurrent dental hygienist license in Tennessee and an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in dental hygiene (where required)Excellent working knowledge of dentistry, dental hygiene procedures, dental patient screening and medical history documentationCPR CertificationPreferred ExperienceNew graduates and seasoned hygienists are both welcome!Experience using Velscope, Diagnodent, digital scanner, digital x-rays and electronic medical record systemsDesire to continue learning and grow clinical skills to meet needs of patients and provide preventative care and overall maintenance of patients' dental healthClinical needs as required by officePhysical RequirementsAbility to perform essential duties as deemed necessary by the Office/ Doctor/ Heartland Dental with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the positionProlonged periods sitting and standingMust be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds at timesAvailability to attend virtual training sessions (or in-person) periodically throughout the yearAs part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for both team members and patients, a tuberculosis (TB) test is required for all new hires in dental office positions. This is a standard requirement for dental office roles and must be completed prior to starting employment. The test will be arranged during the pre-employment process, and any necessary guidance or paperwork will be provided. Not applicable in the state of FL & TN.