Registered Dental Hygienist

Registered Dental Hygienist - South Mississippi Smiles (Gulfport)

Founded in 2002, Kids Dental Brands has been dedicated to providing high-quality dental care to children of all backgrounds in a fun, safe, and welcoming environment. With nearly 55 practices across the country, we continue to grow by staying true to our patient-centered, doctor-led philosophy.

The Opportunity

South Mississippi Smiles is offering a full-time opportunity as a Registered Dental Hygienist at our Gulfport office. We are an upbeat team looking for an individual who has a passion for helping others and wants to make a positive difference in their community.

Why Join Us?

• Modern, kid-friendly facility designed for comfort and efficiency
• Cutting-edge technology combined with a compassionate care approach
• A supportive network that encourages growth into leadership roles
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on children’s health and your own career journey

Summary of Essential Job Functions

• Prepare patients for treatment by welcoming, seating, draping, and soothing patient
• Record observations about the child’s dental health, including notes on any infections or other problems that may require attention
• Examine gums to assess levels of periodontal disease
• Maintain instrumentation by sterilizing and sharpening instruments
• Applying fluorides and other dental decay prevention agents
• Provide quality patient care and education regarding tooth and gum care

At a Glance

• Certifications Required: Associate's degree from an accredited Dental Hygiene program
• License Required: Active Dental Hygiene license
• Experience: No previous experience needed
• Job Type:Full-time. On-site

Compensation and Schedule

• Salary: Starting at $40.00 depending on experience
• Bonus Pay:up to $600 additional per month
• Schedule:Monday-Friday

Benefits That Support You Personally and Professionally

At Kids Dental Brands, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and future. Our offerings for this role include:

• Health Coverage- Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
• Supplemental Benefits - Voluntary life insurance, short- and long-term disability, legal assistance, identity theft protection, critical illness, hospitalization, and cancer insurance.
• Wellness Program- Incentive-based wellness initiatives to support your physical and mental health, plus access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Financial Security- 401(k) retirement plan with company match to help you plan for the future.
• Paid Time Off- Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with paid time off, eight (8) paid holidays annually, and dedicated wellness days.

Join our team and help drive our mission that all children, regardless of family income, deserve access to high-quality dental care, in a kid-friendly and fun environment!