Dental Hygienist

Dental Hygienist at Fusion Dental summary: The Dental Hygienist at Fusion Dental in Bethesda, MD, provides preventive and therapeutic oral care, performs periodontal assessments, and educates patients on oral health. This full-time role requires an active Maryland dental hygiene license and involves use of digital tools and collaboration with dental staff in a fast-paced environment. The position offers competitive pay, benefits, continuing education, and mentorship opportunities within a supportive dental organization. $10,000 WELCOME BONUS! Full-Time Dental Hygienist Fusion Dental – Bethesda, MD Schedule: Monday 7:40 AM – 7:00 PM | Wednesday & Thursday 7:40 AM – 5:00 PM | Friday 7:40 AM – 2:00 PM Pay: $55-68/hr Based on experience Are you a motivated and collaborative dental hygienist looking for a fast-paced, professional environment where you can grow and make an impact? Fusion Dental – Bethesda is seeking a driven, friendly, and detail-oriented hygienist to join our energetic team full-time. Responsibilities Deliver exceptional preventive and therapeutic hygiene care to patients of all ages Perform comprehensive periodontal assessments, scaling, and root planing as needed Educate patients on oral health, home care routines, and treatment recommendations Take digital x-rays and update patient records accurately Collaborate with the dental team to provide an outstanding patient experience Stay current with advancements in dental hygiene and office protocols Work efficiently to manage time and contribute to a smooth, productive day Qualifications 1 year of dental hygiene experience preferred, but open to new graduates with the right fit Active Maryland dental hygiene license Experience with Dentrix, Microsoft Word, and Excel is a plus, but not required Excellent communication and time management skills Friendly, welcoming, and patient-focused demeanor Motivated, professional, and eager to grow in a results-oriented environment Adaptable and able to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced setting What You’ll Gain Competitive benefits including health insurance and retirement savings plans, six paid holidays and PTO (paid time off) Continuing education to provide you opportunity to develop your full potential and enhance your clinical skills to provide education and care to your patients. Access to an expansive network of mentors with 1:1 hygiene mentorship support and networking opportunities available at your fingertips . Unparalleled business support and the highest quality supplies and labs to deliver exceptional patient care . Opportunity to be a part of a secure company with 20 years of industry leading experience that provides a stable career with unlimited growth potential About Fusion Dental – Bethesda At Fusion Dental – Bethesda, we’re more than just a dental office—we’re a team focused on growth, positivity, and delivering a superior patient experience. Our collaborative and professional culture blends high energy, family atmosphere, and goal-oriented teamwork. We pride ourselves on staying up-to-date with modern practices and technology, motivating each other to succeed, and creating a warm, engaging environment for our patients and staff alike. Minimum Qualifications Current dental hygienist license in Maryland and an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene (where required) Excellent working knowledge of dentistry, dental hygiene procedures, dental patient screening and medical history documentation CPR Certification Preferred Experience 1 years of clinical experience preferred, but new graduates are also welcome! Experience using Velscope, Diagnodent, digital scanner, digital x-rays and electronic medical record systems Desire to continue learning and grow clinical skills to meet needs of patients and provide preventative care and overall maintenance of patients’ dental health Clinical needs as required by office Physical Requirements Ability to perform essential duties as deemed necessary by the Office/ Doctor/ Heartland Dental with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position Prolonged periods sitting and standing Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds at times Availability to attend virtual training sessions (or in-person) periodically throughout the year As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for both team members and patients, a tuberculosis (TB) test is required for all new hires in dental office positions. This is a standard requirement for dental office roles and must be completed prior to starting employment. The test will be arranged during the pre-employment process, and any necessary guidance or paperwork will be provided. Not applicable in the state of FL & TN. Who is Heartland Dental? Heartland Dental is the nation's largest dental support organization, providing non-clinical administrative support services to more than 3,000 supported doctors across 39 states and the District of Columbia in over 1,800 dental offices. Each Heartland Dental supported office is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Supported doctors are the leaders of their practice and retain clinical autonomy. All Heartland Dental supported doctors are united by a common goal: delivering the highest quality dental care and experiences to the communities they serve. At Heartland Dental, we’re committed to living our core values which promote diversity and inclusion. We provide all employees and applicants for employment the protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment. By applying, you consent to your information being transmitted by GenZJobs to the Employer, as data controller, through the Employer’s data processor SonicJobs. See Heartland Dental Privacy Policy at https://heartland.com/privacy-policy/ and SonicJobs Privacy Policy at https://www.sonicjobs.com/us/privacy-policy and Terms of Use at https://www.sonicjobs.com/us/terms-conditions Keywords: dental hygienist, oral health, periodontal assessment, scaling and root planing, dental x-rays, patient education, dental hygiene license, preventive dental care, dental assistant collaboration, continuing education

Location: Bethesda, Maryland, US

Posted Date: 11/3/2025