Part-Time Registered Dental Hygienist – Athens Area Pediatric Dentistry
Watkinsville, GA | Part-Time, 2–3 Days/Week
About Us Athens Area Pediatric Dentistry is a small, family-owned pediatric dental practice in Watkinsville, GA, led by Dr. John Hansford — a double board-certified pediatric dentist and dental anesthesiologist. We specialize in fear-free pediatric care, in-office dental anesthesia, and we proudly serve a significant number of patients with special needs. Our team is close-knit, our patients are precious, and the families who trust us keep coming back.
We're not your average dental office — we go above and beyond to make every child feel safe, comfortable, and even have a little fun along the way.
The Role We're looking for a warm, playful, and skilled Registered Dental Hygienist to join our team on a part-time, consistent schedule.
Schedule:
- Every Tuesday & Wednesday, 8:30am – 5:00pm
- Every other Thursday, 8:30am – 5:00pm (2–3 days per week, approximately 10–12 days per month)
Compensation: $48–$52/hour, based on experience
What You'll Do:
- Perform dental cleanings, exams, and preventive treatments for pediatric patients
- Apply fluoride treatments, dental sealants, and Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF)
- Take and review X-rays and document findings
- Sterilize instruments, enter patient notes, perform end-of-day duties, and support the clinical team as needed
- Educate children and parents on oral hygiene in a fun, age-appropriate way
- Support a calm, positive experience for anxious and special needs patients
- Collaborate with Dr. Hansford and our clinical team
What We're Looking For:
- Active RDH license in Georgia (required)
- A genuine love for children and the patience to make them feel truly comfortable
- Someone playful and personable at the chair — and highly effective at the same time
- Experience with special needs patients is a big plus
- Pediatric experience preferred — but passion and the right personality go a long way
- Calm, warm, and reassuring chairside manner
- Reliable, punctual, and a true team player
- Open Dental experience a plus (not required)
Why You'll Love It Here:
- Consistent part-time schedule that works around your life
- Meaningful, mission-driven work with kids and families who truly need us
- Fear-free, no-rush philosophy — we do dentistry the right way
- Supportive, close-knit team in a warm, welcoming environment
- Watkinsville, GA — a charming community just outside Athens
Pay: $48.00 - $52.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
