Registered Dental Hygienist
About the Role
Smile Avenue Family Dentistry is seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist to join our growing team in Cypress, TX. In this role, you will support patient care by completing initial screenings, performing dental cleanings, and assisting during dental examinations—helping create a safe, comfortable, and positive experience for every patient.
Success looks like delivering high-quality preventive care, maintaining accurate clinical documentation, and demonstrating excellent customer service while collaborating closely with our dentists to support long-term oral health outcomes.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Clean teeth by removing accretions, calcareous deposits, and stains, including along gum borders using appropriate dental equipment.
- Assess patients by touching lymph nodes under patients’ chins for soreness or swelling so dentists can evaluate potential signs of mouth cancer.
- Review and document patients’ medical history and note any relevant changes or concerns.
- Record findings related to dental decay and disease to support dentist diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Sharpen and sterilize dental instruments according to established infection control procedures.
- Promote preventive oral health by educating patients on best practices for maintaining a healthy dental hygiene routine.
- Collaborate with dentists during examinations to support timely and accurate patient care.
- Maintain and follow a consistent patient dental hygiene regimen, including recommended follow-up and care instructions.
- Provide exceptional patient interactions by communicating clearly and professionally throughout each visit.
- Support a clean, organized, and efficient clinical environment to help ensure smooth appointment flow.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in dental hygiene from a recognized institution.
- Valid state-issued hygiene license.
- Current CPR certification.
- Current Hepatitis B immunization.
- Ability to administer local anesthetics and use an x-ray machine.
- Excellent communication skills, including verbal, written, and interpersonal communication.
- Strong knowledge of oral hygiene and dental health topics.
- Ability to complete accurate clinical documentation and patient history evaluations.
- Experience working in a patient-focused environment with a strong commitment to service and care.
Benefits
- Health insurance options
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Professional growth and development opportunities
- Supportive team environment focused on patient-centered care
