Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)
Compensation
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Job Description
Schedule: Monday - Thursday
We’re looking for a hygienist who is passionate about periodontal health and takes the oral-systemic connection seriously.
If you value comprehensive periodontal assessments, patient education, and advocating for evidence-based treatment and preventive care tailored to each patient’s needs, you’ll feel right at home here.
We want someone who helps patients understand the importance of treating periodontal disease and maintaining lifelong oral health—making a meaningful difference in the health of our community.
Compensation & Benefits
We offer a culture that values caring, professional development, growth, and sustainability. Our comprehensive and competitive benefits package includes but is not limited to:
- Competitive pay & Monthly Bonus Opportunity
- Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Life insurance gifted to you
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- A team culture focused on growth, communication, and high-quality care
- Work-life balance
- And so much more!!
What You’LL Do
As a key member of our team, you will help support smooth, efficient, and comfortable patient care by:
- Maintain high clinical standards while balancing efficiency, patient comfort, and education
- Support a preventive-care model focused on early detection, long-term outcomes, and patient trust
- Perform comprehensive periodontal evaluations, including full-mouth probing and risk assessment, at appropriate intervals
- Identify, co-diagnose, and document periodontal disease accurately and ethically
- Educate patients on the oral–systemic health connection and the long-term impact of untreated periodontal disease
- Advocate for necessary periodontal therapy based on clinical findings.
- Take and evaluate dental radiographs and intraoral photos
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and preventive care practices
- Review and update patient medical histories and chart findings accurately in the dental software
- Follow sterilization, infection control, and OSHA protocols
- Promote same-day treatment when appropriate and assist with treatment coordination
- Support a patient-centered experience with empathy and professionalism
- Actively contribute to a team-based environment and model Squire Dental’s mission and values
Qualifications
Required
- Active RDH license in the state of practice
- Current CPR/BLS certification
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and clinical skills
- Strong attention to detail and documentation
- Proficient in dental software (e. g., Dentrix, Eaglesoft) and digital radiography
Preferred
- Local anesthesia certification (as required by state law)
- Laser certification (if applicable)
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand or sit for extended periods during clinical procedures
- Manual dexterity to use dental instruments and equipment
- Exposure to bodily fluids, radiation, and sterilization chemicals
- Must wear appropriate PPE and adhere to all health and safety protocols
At our practice, clinical integrity comes first.
Join a supportive, patient-centered dental team where your skills truly matter!
Don't Wait! Apply Today!
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We are committed to fostering a professional and respectful workplace where all individuals have an equal opportunity to contribute and succeed, and where everyone has the opportunity to feel valued.
Key Responsibilities
The Registered Dental Hygienist will perform comprehensive periodontal evaluations, educate patients on oral-systemic health, and provide preventive care. They are responsible for maintaining high clinical standards, documenting findings in dental software, and supporting efficient patient treatment.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Dental Hygiene Career Context
Squire Dental Management holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 74/100, 5 active listings.
The cost-of-living index for Pennsylvania is 97.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.7% of Pennsylvania clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 32% have no call, 80% require no weekends.
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