Registered Dental Hygienist
Company Overview
At Picture Perfect Smiles, we believe a healthy smile transforms lives. Based in Montgomery, Alabama, our practice is dedicated to delivering exceptional, patient-centered preventative dental care in a warm and professional environment. We are seeking a passionate, skilled, and dependable Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) to join our growing team.
If you are looking for a collaborative practice that values clinical excellence, patient education, and a structured work week that protects your weekend time, we would love to connect with you!
Position & Structural Details
Job Title: Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)
Job Category: Clinical / Dental Services
Location: Montgomery, Alabama (On-site)
Position Type: Full-Time (4 Days per Week)
Travel Required: None
Level/Salary Range: Competitive & Commensurate with Experience
HR Contact: The Region HR Consulting Firm
Schedule & Work-Life Balance
Enjoy a convenient, structured, 4-day work week with no Friday or weekend hours:
Monday – Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Includes a 1-hour designated lunch break)
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Straight shift, no extended lunch break)
Friday – Sunday: Closed
Job Purpose
The Dental Hygienist plays a vital role in our preventative care framework. You will perform clinical teeth cleanings, conduct comprehensive oral, head, and neck examinations for signs of periodontal or systemic disease, take diagnostic digital x-rays, and apply preventative treatments such as fluoride or sealants. A primary focus of this role is patient advocacy—educating patients on optimal oral hygiene practices to achieve long-term health.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
Clinical Care: Remove calcareous deposits, accretions, and stains from teeth and beneath the gingival margins using specialized dental instruments.
Diagnostic Screenings: Examine gums using periodontal probes to map recession and identify signs of periodontal disease. Perform oral cancer screenings by palpating lymph nodes to detect swelling or abnormalities.
Preventative Treatments: Apply fluorides, sealants, or other cavity-preventing agents to arrest dental decay.
Patient Records: Accurately record and review detailed patient medical histories. Document and chart conditions of decay, disease, and pocket depths for seamless diagnosis and treatment planning by the Dentist.
Equipment Maintenance: Maintain, sterilize, and sharpen dental instruments and ensure all operatory equipment meets stringent infection control standards.
Patient Education: Provide individualized health education and oral hygiene instructions to improve and maintain the oral health of our patients.
Operational Support: Perform other clinical or administrative duties as assigned by management to ensure smooth daily patient flow.
Core Qualifications & Requirements
Education & Licensure
Minimum Degree: Associate degree or successful completion of an accredited dental hygiene vocational/college program.
Licensure: Active and valid Alabama State Dental Hygienist License (or processing in final stages).
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods of standing, leaning, and precision bending over the operatory chair.
Sufficient manual dexterity to safely operate dental tools.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Skills & Competencies for Success
| Category | Key Competencies Required |
| Clinical Knowledge | Direct understanding of information and clinical techniques needed to assess, diagnose, and treat oral diseases and deformities. |
| Technical Abilities | Arm-Hand Steadiness & Finger Dexterity: Exceptional ability to make precisely coordinated movements of fingers and hands to manipulate small objects in tight spaces. Near Vision: Excellent close-range visual acuity. |
| Patient Service | High service orientation—actively looking for ways to comfort, support, and help patients. Ability to communicate complex clinical details clearly. |
| Professional Styles | Dependability & Integrity: Ethical, reliable, and committed to fulfilling clinical obligations. Self-Control: Maintaining composure and managing stress effectively in a fast-paced environment. |