Dental Hygienist - Portland, Oregon Metro Area

Dental Hygienist- Portland Metro Area, Oregon

Join a respected multispecialty dental care team delivering high-quality preventive care across several clinic locations in the Portland metro area.

Position Options Available:

• Full-time (40 hours/week) – typically 4/10s
• Part-time (30 or 20 hours/week

Role Summary:

As a Dental Hygienist, you will collaborate with dentists and assistants to provide comprehensive hygiene care including assessments, cleanings, and patient education. You'll contribute to a team-focused, prevention-driven practice committed to exceptional care delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver oral hygiene services including prophylaxis, SRP, fluoride application, and patient education
• Assess and document patient oral health in accordance with clinical guidelines
• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant clinical environment
• Actively support efficient clinic operations and team collaboration

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited dental hygiene program
• Anesthesia endorsement (or willingness to obtain)
• Nitrous Oxide endorsements required (or willingness to obtain)
• Current BLS certification (or ability to obtain)
• NPI registry (or willingness to obtain at hire)

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in geriatric and/or pediatric dental settings
• Team-oriented with flexibility to assist in clinical flow (e.g., room turnover)

Compensation & Benefits Overview:

• Competitive hourly pay with differentials for waived benefits (if applicable)
• Generous benefits package for eligible employees, including:
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Paid time off and CME/CEU support
  • Retirement savings plans (401k or similar)
  • Reimbursement for licensing and training
• Annual merit increases
• Opportunities for internal advancement and professional development