Dental Hygienist
$45.00 - $53.00 hourly
- Palmetto Periodontics
- Columbia, SC, United States
- Aug 19, 2026
Job Description
*Job Summary*
We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Dental Hygienist to join our team! In this role, you will play a vital part in delivering exceptional patient care by providing thorough dental cleanings, patient education, and supporting overall oral health. Your expertise will help create a positive, comfortable environment for patients, ensuring they leave with healthier smiles and greater confidence. This position offers an exciting opportunity to utilize your clinical skills while fostering meaningful patient relationships in a fast-paced, friendly setting.
*Responsibilities*
* Review and update patient’s health history; chart progress, treatments, and home care compliance.
* Clean calculus deposits, accretions, and stains from teeth and beneath margins of gums, using dental instruments, including scaling and root planning for patients with periodontal disease.
* Assess and evaluate patient through exam, patient records, and patient’s medical history to assist in diagnosis of dental hygiene problems, disease, and efficacy of administered treatment plans. Complete scheduled treatments.
* Recognize early signs of periodontal disease; chart restorations and notate areas of concern.
* Apply fluorides and other cavity preventing agents to arrest dental decay.
* Capture x-rays, process, download and organize for doctor to view; capable of interpreting x-rays independently.
* Work chair side with Dentist as needed, assist doctor in hygiene examination.
* Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations to protect patient privacy and confidentiality at all times.
*Experience*
* Associate's Degree from ADA accredited dental hygienist school; Current State Licensure; CPR Certification; Preferred one year dental experience.
* Certified in anesthesia.
* Average computer skills, comfortable with Dental Software and digital imaging.
Pay: $45.00 - $53.00 per hour
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Employee discount
* Flexible schedule
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
License/Certification:
* Registered Dental Hygienist (Required)
* Local Anesthesia Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Dental Hygienist to join our team! In this role, you will play a vital part in delivering exceptional patient care by providing thorough dental cleanings, patient education, and supporting overall oral health. Your expertise will help create a positive, comfortable environment for patients, ensuring they leave with healthier smiles and greater confidence. This position offers an exciting opportunity to utilize your clinical skills while fostering meaningful patient relationships in a fast-paced, friendly setting.
*Responsibilities*
* Review and update patient’s health history; chart progress, treatments, and home care compliance.
* Clean calculus deposits, accretions, and stains from teeth and beneath margins of gums, using dental instruments, including scaling and root planning for patients with periodontal disease.
* Assess and evaluate patient through exam, patient records, and patient’s medical history to assist in diagnosis of dental hygiene problems, disease, and efficacy of administered treatment plans. Complete scheduled treatments.
* Recognize early signs of periodontal disease; chart restorations and notate areas of concern.
* Apply fluorides and other cavity preventing agents to arrest dental decay.
* Capture x-rays, process, download and organize for doctor to view; capable of interpreting x-rays independently.
* Work chair side with Dentist as needed, assist doctor in hygiene examination.
* Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations to protect patient privacy and confidentiality at all times.
*Experience*
* Associate's Degree from ADA accredited dental hygienist school; Current State Licensure; CPR Certification; Preferred one year dental experience.
* Certified in anesthesia.
* Average computer skills, comfortable with Dental Software and digital imaging.
Pay: $45.00 - $53.00 per hour
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Employee discount
* Flexible schedule
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
License/Certification:
* Registered Dental Hygienist (Required)
* Local Anesthesia Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person