Dental Hygienist

Job Description

Job Description

Join a Compassionate, Goal-Oriented Team at American Family Dentistry - Mountain Grove! *$2,500 SIGNING BONUS!*

Supported Practice: American Family Dentistry

Years of Experience: 1 year

Sign on Bonus: $2,500.00

$2,500 SIGNING BONUS! 

Dental Hygienist – American Family Dentistry - Mountain Grove | Knoxville, TN

 

American Family Dentistry - Mountain Grove is seeking a full-time Dental Hygienist to join our team in Knoxville, Tennessee. We are also open to speaking with part-time candidates.

 

We are looking for a hygienist with at least one year of clinical experience who is passionate about patient care and enjoys working in a collaborative, team-focused environment. Our ideal candidate is an honest, compassionate, and respectful professional who is confident in their clinical abilities, values punctuality and reliability, maintains a positive and open mindset, and is motivated to contribute to both team success and patient outcomes. This individual should be goal-oriented, committed to providing exceptional care, and excited to grow with a practice that is focused on rebuilding, continuous improvement, and delivering outstanding patient experiences.

 

Schedule

Full-Time

• Monday: 7:45 AM – 5:00 PM
• Tuesday: 6:45 AM – 5:00 PM
• Wednesday: 7:45 AM – 5:00 PM
• Thursday: 7:45 AM – 5:00 PM
• Friday: 7:45 AM – 2:00 PM

Part-time candidates will also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive dental hygiene care, including preventive and periodontal services.
• Perform patient assessments, charting, and periodontal evaluations.
• Take and review digital radiographs in accordance with state guidelines.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, disease prevention, and recommended treatment plans.
• Partner with doctors and team members to deliver exceptional patient care and create positive patient experiences.
• Identify treatment needs and effectively communicate findings to patients and the clinical team.
• Maintain accurate and thorough patient records.
• Follow infection control, sterilization, and safety protocols.
• Support a productive schedule while maintaining a high standard of clinical care.
• Contribute to a positive, team-oriented office culture and assist teammates as needed.

QualificationsRequired

• Active Tennessee Dental Hygienist license in good standing.
• Minimum of 1 year of dental hygiene experience.
• Strong communication and patient education skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Commitment to providing exceptional patient care and customer service.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Team-oriented attitude with a positive and professional demeanor.

Preferred (Not Required)

• Experience with Dentrix, Workday, and Microsoft Office.
• Nitrous Oxide Certification.
• Laser Certification.

Ideal Candidate Traits

• Team Player
• Honest
• Compassionate
• Goal-Oriented
• Open-Minded
• Respectful
• Punctual
• Confident
• Dependable with strong attendance habits

About American Family Dentistry - Mountain Grove

At American Family Dentistry - Mountain Grove, we are committed to delivering high-quality patient care while fostering a supportive and collaborative team environment. Our office is built on compassion, professionalism, and a solutions-focused mindset. We are currently in an exciting rebuilding phase and are looking for team members who want to help shape the future of our practice.

Our team is energetic, hardworking, and goal-oriented while maintaining a patient-first approach to everything we do. We value open communication, respect, accountability, and continuous improvement. If you are looking for an opportunity where your contributions matter and where you can grow alongside a dedicated team, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Gain

• Competitive benefits package
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Continuing education opportunities
• Clinical and professional development support
• Opportunity to work alongside an experienced and collaborative dental team
• A positive culture focused on patient care, teamwork, and professional growth

Apply today and become part of a team dedicated to making a difference in the Knoxville community.

 

Benefits Offered by Your Supported Practice

• Flexible Schedule & HDflex Shift Options
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Health Insurance with Free Virtual Care
• Daily Pay & Bonus Programs
• Vision, Dental & Life Benefits
• Sponsored Continuing Education
• Regional Mentors
• Videa AI & iTero Scanner Access

As a clinical provider, you’ll be respected for your expertise and empowered to provide exceptional patient care. You’ll have access to the resources, training, and support to grow your skills and build strong partnerships with the supported doctors you work alongside.

You’ll retain full clinical autonomy, with access to hygiene mentors, the latest technology, and industry-leading continuing education at no cost to you.

Qualifications:

• Current dental hygienist license
• Excellent working knowledge of dentistry, dental hygiene procedures, dental patient screening, and medical history documentation
• CPR Certification

Preferred Experience

• Experience using Velscope, Diagnodent, digital scanners, digital x-rays and electronic medical record systems
• Desire to continue learning and grow clinical skills to meet needs of patients, provide preventative care, and maintain patients’ dental health
• Completion of Tuberculosis (TB) testing prior to starting employment

Heartland Dental is the nation's largest dental support organization, providing non-clinical administrative support services to more than 3,200 supported doctors across 37 states and the District of Columbia in over 2,000 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.

Heartland Dental is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to join our team.