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CPF Dental
Nashville, Tennessee

Dental Hygienist

Dental Top 25% in Dentistry (Dental)Full-Time

Listed compensation

$55 an hour

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Full-Time · on-site
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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Dental Hygienist – Full Time

Embassy Dental - Bellevue | Bellevue, TN

Where the Cleanings Are Smooth, the Culture Is Strong, and the Team Feels Like Family

Come grow with us at Office Name—where dentistry meets community, connection, and a whole lot of heart.

We’re seeking a friendly, motivated Dental Hygienist to join our trusted team—celebrated by patients for our exceptional care and consistently glowing reviews on Google. Our office celebrates wins with high-fives, supports one another like family, and creates an environment where both patients and teammates feel genuinely cared for. Our office stands out for its fun-loving energy, friendships that extend beyond the workday, and a shared purpose of making a difference—especially through our work with special needs patients and partnerships with local organizations. If you're someone who thrives on teamwork, loves a good laugh, and treats patients with the compassion they deserve, we think you’ll feel right at home here, and we’d love to welcome you aboard.

Pay: Up to $55 an hour depending on experience and skills

Comprehensive Benefits Include

Want to grow? We’ll hand you the roadmap—and the tools to crush it. With hands-on training, next-level fancy certifications (think lasers, sleep apnea, and anesthesia), and leadership development baked into the culture, your only limit is how fast you want to move. Oh—and we’ve got flex time, premium benefits, and a team that makes even Mondays feel good.

* Clear path to maximize your earnings – Your growth is intentional, not accidental.

* Training and certifications from day one – Expanded functions, lasers, sleep apnea screening—yeah, we do that.

* Continuing education to keep you growing – Because staying sharp should be part of the plan.

* Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, plus so much more! – Coverage that cares for you while you care for others.

* Flex time and real work-life balance – Work hard, recharge harder. (Ask us how!

* Accrue2to 3 weeks per year of PTO(depending on tenure)+ 6 Paid Holidays – Go ahead—plan the trip!

* 401(k) Program –Your future self is going to be happy you joined us.

* Supportive, fun-loving team environment (bonus points if you love dogs!)

Your Responsibilities

Absolutely, you’ll be scaling teeth, reviewing health histories, and talking perio—but around here, that’s just the starting line. We’re looking for someone who sees beyond the chart, educates with passion, leads with heart, and isn’t afraid to high-five a teammate between patients. If you thrive on growth, believe leadership is a mindset, and think every patient deserves VIP treatment, we have a spot for you.

* Deliver top-notch clinical care, always putting the patient first – We don’t just clean teeth—we change lives (and yes, it feels as good as it sounds).

* Record and review medical histories with precision – Sherlock Holmes would be impressed by your attention to detail.

* Educate patients on gum health and its ties to overall wellness – Because healthy smiles mean healthier lives—and you’re the MVP who makes it click for your patients.

* Chart periodontal conditions and collaborate with the dentist – Teamwork makes the dream work—and you’ll be right at the heart of it.

* Create a welcoming, positive experience for every patient – From the nervous first timer to then ever-miss 6-month checkup superstar, you’ll make every visit feel like a win.

What You Bring

You bring the essentials: a license in good standing, sharp attention to detail, and the ability to talk tartar without boring people. But more than that, you're wired to hustle, serve, and win—because you're not just here to clean teeth, you're here to join a mission. You thrive in a team that high-fives between ops, you’ve got Raving Fans on your bookshelf, and you believe leadership isn’t a title—it’s how you show up (even for the 7 a. m. patient who forgot to floss).

* Active Dental Hygiene license for TN in good standing

* A warm, collaborative spirit and excellent communication skills

* Strong attention to detail and a passion for patient care

* The ability to jump in wherever needed—and enjoy doing it

Your next chapter starts here—with a team that believes in your talent, supports your goals, and makes every day feel like the right place to be. Don’t wait—hit apply and let’s get to work!

Key Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality clinical dental hygiene care, including scaling and periodontal charting, while prioritizing patient wellness. Educate patients on gum health and collaborate with the dentist to ensure a positive patient experience.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an active Dental Hygiene license for Tennessee in good standing. A collaborative spirit, strong communication skills, and a passion for patient care are essential.

Key Skills

Clinical Dental CarePatient EducationMedical History ReviewCollaboration

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Dental Hygienist at CPF Dental a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Dentistry (Dental) — ranked against 1,607 active Dentistry (Dental) listings on WeekdayDoc.

Dentistry Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Tennessee is 91.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$104k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $113k in an average-cost state. 58.6% of Tennessee clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$104k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$7k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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Work-life snapshot

6.6/ 10
Listing-based score

Top 25% in Dentistry (Dental)

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Living in Nashville

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$413k
Typical market rent
$1,834/mo
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
96.3
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026).

BEA 2024 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About CPF Dental

Hospitals and Health Care
Brentwood, Tennessee
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Training and Certifications
Continuing Education
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flex Time
PTO (2-3 weeks)
6 Paid Holidays