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Willow River Dental

Dental Hygienist

Willow River Dental, Ann Arbor, Michigan, us, 48113

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About Us At Willow River Dental, we strive to be not just a dental practice, but a true dental home where all feel welcome and cared for. As a team, we provide general dentistry services along with select specialty services. We pride ourselves on providing a caring and calm environment for our patients, where they feel accepted. We cultivate positive experiences through a holistic approach and advising based on evidence‑based practices.

Job Overview We are seeking compassionate and skilled Registered Dental Hygienists to join our team in downtown Ann Arbor. The ideal candidates will be detail-oriented, possess excellent interpersonal skills, and have a strong dedication to patient care and education. We have a full‑time position Monday‑Thursday with hours from 8am‑4pm, and a part‑time position available as well, ideally 2‑3 days per week.

Benefits For full time team members, we offer PTO, Holiday Pay and a 401K plan.

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive dental hygiene care including scaling, polishing, and oral prophylaxis.

Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventative care.

Take and develop dental radiographs as needed.

Assist the dentist during dental procedures when necessary.

Monitor and document patient health histories and treatment plans.

Sterilize dental instruments and ensure all infection control protocols are followed.

Provide personalized patient care and build trusting relationships with patients.

Stay up to date with dental hygiene advancements and maintain required certifications.

Qualifications

Valid Michigan license as a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH).

Nitrous Oxide Certification

Local Anesthesia Certification (preferred)

Strong knowledge of dental hygiene principles, procedures, and radiology techniques.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Attention to detail and ability to work independently.

Experience with dental software systems such as Curve is a plus.

Current CPR certification is required.

Join our team as a Registered Dental Hygienist and contribute to our mission of providing exceptional care and a welcoming environment to all of our patients!

Job Types: Full‑time, Part‑time

Pay: From $44.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 per week

Benefits

Employee discount

Ability to Commute

Ann Arbor, MI 48104 (Required)

Ability to Relocate

Ann Arbor, MI 48104: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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