Registered Dental Hygienist
Job description
Registered Dental Hygienist
- Alaska Advanced Dentistry Full-Time | 4 Days per Week About Us Alaska Advanced Dentistry is a private Christian owned, full-service dental practice in Anchorage that has been providing dental care for all of Alaska for over 30 years. We are dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care in a supportive, team-oriented environment. We invest in advanced technology — including cone beam CT imaging and in-office 3D printing — and take pride in a clinical culture that values precision, professionalism, and genuine patient relationships. The Opportunity We're looking for a skilled and personable Registered Dental Hygienist to join our team for as much as four days a week. This is could be a part-time or full-time role in a well-equipped, privately owned practice where your work is valued and your schedule is respected.
What You'll Do
Perform preliminary oral charting, triage, and comprehensive dental hygiene assessments Treatment Planning: Alongside the dentist, formulate patient-specific dental hygiene treatment plans Preventative Care: Remove calcareous deposits, accretions, and stains from exposed and subgingival tooth surfaces (comprehensive scaling and debridement) Periodontal Therapy: Perform nonsurgical periodontal therapy (root planing) and administer localized periodontal therapeutic agents into gum pockets when appropriate Anatomical Care: Removal of marginal overhangs on existing restorations Anesthesia Delivery: Administer local anesthetic agents safely and effectively (appropriate Alaska state certification required) Radiographs: Take and review radiographs, including digital X-rays Patient Education: Educate patients on oral hygiene and support long-term care planning Clinical Documentation: Document clinical findings accurately and collaborate with the doctor on patient care Team Collaboration: Collaborate closely with the doctor and clinical team Recall System Management: Oversee patient recall duties, monitoring intervals to ensure patients return for timely routine care Appointment Booking: Schedule future hygiene appointments and manage patient follow-ups before they leave the chair What We're Looking For Active Alaska RDH license (or eligibility to obtain) Strong clinical skills and a warm, patient-centered approach Reliable, team-oriented, and professional Experience preferred — new grads with strong clinical training welcome Compensation & Benefits Competitive hourly rate to start, transitioning to percentage of collections as your patient base builds CE allowance 401(k) Four-day work week Why Anchorage?
World-class outdoor recreation providing year-round adventure. A tight-knit professional community, and a quality of life that's hard to find anywhere else. Alaska is an experience — and a career advantage. Grow your career and your lifestyle!
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