Dental Hygienist

Dental Hygienist

Dental Associates of Delaware is an independent, dentist-owned dental practice group proudly serving our community since 1975. We’re looking for a compassionate, skilled, and patient-focused Dental Hygienist to join our team.

As a Dental Hygienist, you’ll play an important role in creating exceptional patient experiences while helping patients achieve and maintain their best oral health. More than simply providing a cleaning, you’ll build relationships with your patients, educate them about their oral health, identify their needs, and help them feel confident in their ongoing care.

What You’ll Do

• Provide comprehensive dental hygiene care, including cleanings, periodontal charting, oral health screenings, radiographs, digital imaging, fluoride, sealants, and periodontal therapy as appropriate.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, preventive care, and the connection between oral health and overall well-being.
• Build trusting, lasting relationships with patients through compassionate care and excellent communication.
• Listen to patient concerns, answer questions, and help patients feel comfortable and confident in their care.
• Maintain accurate medical histories, clinical documentation, and treatment records.
• Schedule appropriate follow-up and hygiene appointments to support continuity of care.
• Follow established clinical standards, D.A.D. procedures, and infection control and sterilization protocols.
• Work closely with doctors, assistants, and the entire dental team to coordinate patient care.
• Contribute to a positive, professional, and team-oriented office environment.
• Participate in recalls and assist with other office activities as needed to support the team and patient experience.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a hygienist who is passionate about patient care and takes pride in the relationships they build with their patients.

The ideal candidate is:

• Compassionate, friendly, and genuinely enjoys working with people.
• An excellent communicator who can educate patients in a positive and approachable way.
• Dedicated to providing exceptional, five-star patient care.
• Detail-oriented and committed to quality clinical care.
• A team player who works well with doctors and fellow team members.
• Professional, dependable, and committed to continued learning and development.
• Comfortable using dental technology and practice management systems such as Denticon, or similar systems.
• A licensed Registered Dental Hygienist with the credentials required to practice in Delaware.

What We Offer

• Full-Time opportunity
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
• 401(k)
• Company-Provided Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Uniform Allowance
• Additional voluntary benefits, including Short-Term Disability, HSA, FSA, and HRA
• Supportive team environment

Join a Practice That’s Been Here for Generations

For more than 50 years, D.A.D. has built its reputation on exceptional dental care and lasting relationships with patients and families in our community. We’re proud to remain an independent, dentist-owned organization where our focus is on our patients, our people, and the communities we serve.

If you’re looking for a practice where you can provide excellent clinical care, build meaningful patient relationships, and be part of a team that truly values the patient experience, we’d love to have you join us!

Come help us create exceptional experiences and build patients for life.