Dental Hygienist

Dental Hygienist Opportunity at Southern Smiles Dental Studio

Southern Smiles Dental Studio is seeking a compassionate, skilled, and patient-focused registered dental hygienist to join our growing team in Columbia, SC. We are committed to providing exceptional dental care in a welcoming, modern, and family-oriented environment. The ideal candidate is passionate about preventive dentistry, patient education, and building lasting relationships with patients.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive dental hygiene assessments and periodontal evaluations
• Provide preventive dental care, including prophylaxis, scaling and root planing, and periodontal maintenance
• Take and review digital radiographs
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices, preventive care, and treatment recommendations
• Document patient treatment and clinical findings accurately and thoroughly
• Assist in identifying and communicating treatment needs to patients
• Collaborate with dentists and team members to deliver exceptional patient care
• Maintain compliance with infection control, sterilization, and OSHA protocols
• Ensure treatment rooms and equipment are properly prepared and maintained
• Build positive relationships that promote patient comfort, trust, and long-term oral health

Qualifications

• Current South Carolina dental hygiene license in good standing
• CPR/BLS certification
• Strong knowledge of dental hygiene procedures, instruments, and patient care protocols
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work efficiently while maintaining high-quality patient care
• Experience with digital radiography and electronic dental records preferred
• Positive attitude, professionalism, and commitment to teamwork

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly compensation
• Health benefits at 30 hours
• Paid time off and holidays as a full-time employee
• Continuing education opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Modern dental technology and equipment

Schedule

• Full-time or part-time options available
• The office hours are Monday–Thursday 8am-5pm

About Southern Smiles Dental Studio

At Southern Smiles Dental Studio, we believe every patient deserves personalized, high-quality dental care delivered with compassion and integrity. Our team is dedicated to creating healthy, confident smiles while providing an outstanding patient experience. We are looking for a hygienist who shares our commitment to excellence and patient-centered care.

Join our team and help us make a positive impact on the oral health of our Columbia community.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability status or other legally protected status. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

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