Registered Dental Hygienist - Grand Rapids, MI

Job Title: Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) Job Summary The Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) provides comprehensive preventive and therapeutic dental care, with a focus on the assessment and treatment of oral and periodontal disease. Working collaboratively with the dentist, the RDH documents patients historical and current clinical conditions and contributes to treatment recommendations to ensure the highest appropriate level of care.Reports To: Clinical Practice Administrator Key Duties and Responsibilities Perform prophylaxis, root planning, and sealant applicationsUpdate and review patient health histories and required documentationComplete dental charting of existing restorations, missing teeth, and annual periodontal chartingPlace subgingival medicaments as indicatedTake patient vital signs, including blood pressure; obtain radiographs and impressions (including pouring diagnostic models)Present initial clinical findings and recommended periodontal treatment plansAnswer patient questions clearly and confidently regarding recommended careDocument completed treatments and schedule re-care appointmentsDisinfect operatories and sterilize instruments according to infection control protocolsAssist dentists, dental assistants, and the business office team as neededProvide oral hygiene instructions and demonstrations to patients of all agesPolish dental restorationsAssist with triage and treatment of emergency dental patientsAdminister local anesthetic as permitted by licensurePerform other related duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GEDCurrent Michigan Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) licenseCurrent Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certification in accordance with licensure requirements Skills, Knowledge, and Experience Exceptional customer service skills with the ability to relate to patients of all agesAbility to work effectively in a team environment and serve a diverse patient populationStrong multitasking skills with the ability to manage interruptions and meet deadlinesProficiency in hand scaling and polishing techniquesExperience using intraoral cameras, plasma arc curing lights, electronic blood pressure cuffs, ultrasonic scalers, autoclaves, and radiographic equipment

Created: 2026-02-01