Dental Hygienist

JFQ Dentistry - Palmetto Bay, Florida

Looking for a dental hygiene position where you can focus on patient care, build meaningful relationships, and be part of a team that truly values you?

At JFQ Dentistry, we believe exceptional dentistry starts with exceptional people. We’re seeking a compassionate, skilled, and patient-focused Dental Hygienist to join our established family dental practice in Palmetto Bay, Florida!

Our practice has earned the trust of families throughout the community by providing personalized, high-quality dental care in a welcoming and comfortable environment. Our patients value the relationships they have built with our team—and we’re looking for a hygienist who shares our passion for helping patients achieve healthy, confident smiles.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Established practice with a loyal, patient base
• Supportive, friendly team that genuinely enjoys working together
• Modern technology that enhances patient care and clinical efficiency
• Patient-centered approach focused on relationships and quality care
• Opportunity to educate and positively impact patients' overall health
• Comfortable, welcoming office environment
• Respectful leadership that values your expertise and contributions
• Doctors and team members dedicated to continuing education and professional growth
• Private practice culture with complete business support
• Work-life balance
• Career growth

Full Time Dental Hygienist Schedule

• Monday, Tuesday and Thursday: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
• Wednesday: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
• Friday: 9:00 AM–1:00 PM
• 30 minute lunch breaks
• To learn more about this established practice: jfqdentistry.com
• Full Benefits Package
• Competitive hourly pay rate based on experience with an adjusted production compensation model
• Monthly Employee Incentive Program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Company Holidays, Bereavement, and Jury Duty
• Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life and ADD Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees and their household
• Accidental Injury, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity plans with wellness incentives

Responsibilities

What You'll Do

• Review patients' medical and dental history
• Take high-quality X-rays; train to become proficient in high-resolution digital imaging
• Educate patients on oral health, oral hygiene, and oral-systemic connectionsDocument existing restorations, identify areas of concern, and co-diagnose to educate patients
• Administer prophylactic and periodontal scaling, plus delivery of antimicrobial agents
• Conduct oral cancer, saliva, and caries risk screenings, and recommend treatments/therapies
• Train to become proficient in digital scanning, leading-edge diagnostics, and periodontal therapies/technologies
• Collaborate with a team of medical and dental providers to support the best possible patient outcomes
• Educate patients on treatment plans, insurance, and payment collection
• Partner with the business team on hygiene schedule management and accountability
• Keep a positive rapport with patients and team members

Qualifications

What You'll Need

• Florida Dental Hygienist license (required)
• Current BLS/CPR certification
• Willingness to maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, and Infection Control training
• Great communication skills and solid knowledge of dental health for patient education
• Eagerness to learn new therapy treatments through hands-on training at the practice

New Dental Hygiene grads are welcome and encouraged to apply! No perfect resume required — just a genuine passion for patient care and a willingness to grow with our team.

Practice Description

About Us

At JFQ Dentistry in Palmetto Bay, we believe great dentistry starts with a caring, professional team. Led by Dr. Juan F. Quintero, who brings more than 25 years of dental experience, our practice provides comprehensive care for children and adults in a comfortable, welcoming environment. We are committed to quality patient care, open communication, and incorporating the latest dental technologies into our practice.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Star Dental Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.