Dental Hygienist

We are an established, privately owned dental practice that provides comprehensive care for patients of all ages. Our goal is simple: provide excellent dentistry while creating an environment where our patients and team feel valued and supported.

We’re looking for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys building relationships with patients, and wants to be part of a collaborative team.

What You Can Expect at Bayview Dental
A friendly, supportive, and experienced dental team
A privately owned practice where patient care comes first
A modern clinical environment with up-to-date technology
A diverse patient population and comprehensive approach to dentistry
Time to provide thorough hygiene care and educate patients
Opportunities to expand your clinical knowledge and skills
A team-oriented environment where communication and collaboration are encouraged
A practice that values professionalism, kindness, and a positive attitude
Your Role
As a Dental Hygienist at Bayview Dental, you will provide comprehensive preventive and periodontal care while developing long-term relationships with our patients.

Responsibilities include:
Performing comprehensive dental hygiene examinations and treatment
Prophylaxis and periodontal maintenance
Scaling and root planing as indicated
Taking and reviewing appropriate radiographs
Providing oral hygiene instruction and individualized patient education
Identifying periodontal and restorative concerns and communicating findings with the dentist
Documenting treatment accurately in the patient record
Educating patients about preventive care and maintaining optimal oral health
Helping patients feel comfortable and confident in their dental care
We are looking for a hygienist who:
Holds an active Maine Dental Hygiene license
Is dependable, professional, and team-oriented
Provides thorough, patient-centered care
Enjoys educating patients and building genuine relationships
Communicates effectively with patients and coworkers
Is comfortable working independently while being part of a collaborative team
Takes pride in maintaining a high standard of clinical care
Is motivated to continue learning and growing professionally
Experienced hygienists are preferred, but we are open to speaking with exceptional new graduates as well.

Compensation & Benefits
Commensurate with experience
401(k) retirement plan
Health insurance
Paid time off
Continuing education support
Professional development opportunities
Employee and family dental benefits
We are happy to discuss scheduling and find an arrangement that works well for both the hygienist and the practice.

Why Bayview Dental?

At Bayview Dental, we believe that taking care of our patients starts with taking care of our team.

We want our hygienists to have the support, resources, and clinical environment they need to do their best work. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside dentists and team members who value comprehensive care, continued education, and strong patient relationships.

If you're looking for a practice where you can enjoy coming to work, build meaningful relationships with your patients, and continue growing as a clinician, we'd love to hear from you.

We look forward to meeting you!

Pay: $40.00 - $55.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10.0 – 40.0 per week
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Work Location: In person