Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Registered Dental Hygienist

Carlsbad Coastal Dental | Carlsbad, California

Join Our Team

Carlsbad Coastal Dental is looking for a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) to join our general dental practice. We are looking for someone who is clinically skilled, warm and personable with patients, dependable, and interested in becoming a long-term addition to our team.

This is a great opportunity for a hygienist looking for a consistent part-time schedule with the potential to pick up additional days when coverage is needed.

Position Details

Compensation: $50–$60 per hour , depending on experience

Regular Schedule:

• Every Tuesday: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
• • Lunch: 12:00–1:00 PM
• Every Friday: 8:00 AM–2:30 PM
• • Break: 11:00–11:30 AM
• Additional opportunities: There may be opportunities to pick up additional days when other team members are sick or away on vacation.

About Our Practice

Carlsbad Coastal Dental is a patient-focused general dental practice dedicated to providing high-quality care in a comfortable, welcoming environment. We value building lasting relationships with our patients and creating a positive experience from the moment they walk through our doors.

We are looking for someone who wants to become a long-term addition to our practice. We aren't simply looking to fill a schedule — we're hoping to find the right person who will fit in with our team, build relationships with our patients, and grow with us over time.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive preventive dental hygiene care, including prophylaxis and periodontal maintenance.
• Perform periodontal assessments and charting.
• Take dental radiographs as prescribed.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and individualized home-care recommendations.
• Build trusting and lasting relationships with patients.
• Communicate periodontal and other oral health concerns to the dentist and dental team.
• Maintain accurate and thorough clinical documentation.
• Follow OSHA, infection-control, and office safety protocols.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and comfortable treatment environment.
• Work collaboratively with the dentist and entire dental team.
• Contribute to a positive, professional, and supportive office culture.

Qualifications

• Current California Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license in good standing.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Graduate of an accredited dental hygiene program.
• Strong clinical and communication skills.
• Warm, friendly, and professional chairside manner.
• Dependable, punctual, and detail-oriented.
• Ability to work independently while being a collaborative member of the team.
• General dentistry experience preferred.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Takes pride in providing excellent clinical care.
• Genuinely enjoys working with and educating patients.
• Creates a comfortable and positive patient experience.
• Is reliable and takes ownership of their work.
• Communicates well with both patients and coworkers.
• Is team-oriented and willing to help wherever needed.
• Is interested in developing a long-term relationship with our practice and team .

Why Carlsbad Coastal Dental?

We believe the right team makes all the difference. We want our employees to enjoy coming to work, feel respected and appreciated, and have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with both their coworkers and patients.

How to Apply

Please send us your resume along with a brief introduction about yourself.

We look forward to meeting you!

Skills:

• General Practice
• Intraoral Photos
• Digital X-rays
• Curve

Compensation:

• $50-$60/hour

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Part time, Work at office

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