Dental Hygienist
Listed compensation
$60-$65/hr
The week · per this posting
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Our Mission
At Lakewood Complete Dentistry, our vision is to redefine the patient dental experience by combining exceptional care with compassionate service. We aim to be the community’s trusted destination for an elite dental experience, where every patient receives personalized, top-tier treatment in a welcoming environment.
Our commitment to excellence in every detail—whether in our communication, the quality of care, or our dedication to customer service—drives us to elevate the standard of what a dental practice should and can be.
We strive to empower each individual to achieve optimal oral health, while fostering lasting relationships that impact both the individual and the community. We are not just a dental practice—we are a team working together to set the benchmark for dental care and experience.
About the Role
We are seeking a dependable person who is looking to build not only a career with our practice but to help build a better community.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform thorough oral hygiene assessments, including reviewing medical history and dental charting.
- Clean and remove plaque and calculus from teeth and along the gumline using dental instruments.
- Take dental x-rays and assist the dentist in diagnostic procedures.
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and provide personalized preventive care instructions.
- Administer fluoride treatments and apply dental sealants.
- Perform periodontal charting to assess and monitor gum health.
- Assist the dentist during dental procedures and ensure a sterile and safe environment.
- Perform oral cancer screenings and identify any abnormalities.
- Manage patient recall system and schedule appointments for follow-up care.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date dental records and documentation.
- Collaborate with the dental team to ensure efficient and effective patient care.
- Adhere to all infection control and sterilization procedures.
- Stay updated with advancements in dental hygiene techniques and technologies.
Qualifications
- Experience:
- Current Colorado Registered Dental Hygienist license.
- Local anesthesia certification (preferred)
- CPR certification
- Excellent communication skills
- Comfortable using open dental software.
- New graduates are welcome to apply—we value attitude and potential just as much as experience.
Benefits
- $60-65 an hour + Bonus
- Health insurance
- Up to 5 weeks Paid Time Off
- Dental
- 401k matching
Learn More About Us
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Equal Opportunity Employer
Lakewood Complete Dentistry is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other protected characteristic.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Dental Hygiene Career Context
Of the 40 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 28% have no call, 73% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Colorado is 103.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$130k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $126k in an average-cost state. 60.9% of Colorado clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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