ID: 558484
Dental Hygienist Job Posting
Smile Makers of Georgia

Description

Registered Dental Hygienist (Part-Time → Full-Time Growth Opportunity) **Smile Makers of Georgia – Alpharetta, GA** **Join a Practice Where Your Career Can Grow Along With Our Patients' Smiles** At **Smile Makers of Georgia**, we believe exceptional dentistry begins with exceptional people. We are a modern, patient-centered private practice committed to providing comprehensive, high-quality dental care in a warm, compassionate, and technology-driven environment. We are looking for an enthusiastic, caring, and motivated **Registered Dental Hygienist** to join our team. This position will initially begin as **part-time**, with the opportunity to transition into a **full-time role** as our patient base continues to grow. If your preference is to remain part-time, we are happy to support that as well. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants more than 'just another hygiene job.' We are looking for a team member who is passionate about educating patients, building lasting relationships, and growing professionally while helping our practice continue to thrive. ## What Makes Smile Makers of Georgia Different? Our philosophy is centered around treating every patient like family. We take the time to educate our patients, build trust, and develop comprehensive treatment plans that improve both oral health and overall wellness. Our practice offers: * Family and preventive dentistry * Cosmetic dentistry * Invisalign® and clear aligner therapy * Dental implants and restorative dentistry * No Fear Dentistry with oral conscious sedation * Advanced digital technology * Comprehensive patient education and treatment planning We value teamwork, integrity, compassion, continual learning, and clinical excellence. ## What We're Looking For We're searching for someone who: * Has an upbeat, positive, and energetic personality * Loves building relationships with patients * Enjoys educating patients about their oral health * Is confident discussing treatment recommendations and helping patients understand the value of comprehensive care * Wants to continually improve clinical and communication skills * Thrives in a collaborative team environment * Takes pride in providing gentle, thorough, and exceptional hygiene care * Is dependable, professional, and patient-focused * Wants to grow with a successful private practice ## Responsibilities * Perform comprehensive dental hygiene appointments * Take digital radiographs as needed * Perform periodontal charting and periodontal therapy * Educate patients on preventive care and home hygiene * Identify restorative and periodontal needs and communicate findings effectively * Support doctors in comprehensive treatment planning * Help patients understand recommended treatment and encourage timely scheduling * Build strong patient relationships that lead to long-term retention * Maintain accurate clinical documentation * Follow OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control protocols * Contribute positively to our team culture and patient experience ## Compensation & Bonus Opportunity We believe great performance should be recognized and rewarded. In addition to a competitive hourly wage, this position includes a **monthly performance bonus opportunity** based on practice goals, including: * Monthly hygiene collections * Helping patients understand and accept recommended treatment by the Dentist * Supporting overall practice growth through exceptional patient care and communication Our bonus program rewards hygienists who combine outstanding clinical care with excellent patient education and teamwork. ## Qualifications * Current Georgia Registered Dental Hygienist license * Local anesthesia certification (preferred) * CPR certification * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills * Strong organizational and time management abilities * Experience with digital radiography and electronic dental records * Experience with Open Dental is a plus, but not required Both experienced hygienists and motivated newer graduates who are eager to learn are encouraged to apply. ## Why You'll Love Working Here * Supportive doctor and team * Modern technology and clinical excellence * Positive, drama-free work environment * Opportunities for continuing education and professional development * Flexible scheduling * Opportunity to grow into a full-time position * Monthly bonus incentives * A practice that genuinely values its team members If you're looking for a workplace where your clinical skills, personality, and passion for patient care are appreciated—and where you can grow alongside an expanding private practice—we'd love to meet you. **Join Smile Makers of Georgia and help us create healthy, confident smiles while building a rewarding career.** Send your resume to [sign in to DentalPost to see current contact info] or Send a text to Ph: [sign in to DentalPost to see current contact info]