Registered Dental Hygienist

Periodontal & Implant Associates of Middle Tennessee • Full-time • Nashville, Tennessee, United States • $44 - $51 / hour • 2d ago

Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)

Full-Time | Nashville / Green Hills, Tennessee

Periodontal & Implant Associates of Middle Tennessee (PIAMT)

Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 6:30 AM–3:30 PM, with occasional Fridays

Position Overview

PIAMT is seeking a dependable, compassionate Registered Dental Hygienist to join our established periodontal and dental implant specialty practice. The ideal candidate delivers excellent clinical care, builds patient trust, communicates effectively, and contributes to a collaborative team. Periodontal specialty experience is strongly preferred; experienced general-practice hygienists interested in specialty care are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

· Complete periodontal assessments, charting, medical history reviews, and clinical observations.

· Provide periodontal maintenance, scaling and root planing, and other hygiene services within Tennessee licensure and practice protocols.

· Recognize changes in periodontal or peri-implant health and communicate findings to the treating periodontist.

· Educate patients on periodontal disease, individualized home care, implant maintenance, and recommended follow-up.

· Obtain appropriate diagnostic radiographs and maintain accurate, timely electronic clinical documentation.

· Coordinate care with periodontists, dental assistants, treatment coordinators, and administrative team members.

· Maintain operatory readiness, instrument processing standards, and OSHA/HIPAA/infection-control compliance.

· Support efficient patient flow, respectful communication, and a positive patient experience.

Required Qualifications

· Active, unrestricted Tennessee dental hygienist license and graduation from an accredited dental hygiene program.

· Current CPR/BLS certification.

· Strong clinical instrumentation, periodontal assessment, patient education, and documentation skills.

· Reliable attendance, professional communication, organization, and teamwork.

· Comfort with digital records and willingness to learn evolving clinical technology.

Preferred Qualifications

· Two or more years of clinical dental hygiene experience.

· Periodontal specialty experience, including periodontal maintenance, SRP, and implant maintenance.

· Experience with Open Dental or comparable practice-management software, digital radiography, and electronic periodontal charting.

What PIAMT Offers

· Primarily four-day workweek in an established specialty practice.

· Opportunity to work with experienced periodontal specialists and expand specialty skills.

· Team-focused environment and modern clinical workflows.

· Competitive compensation based on experience; benefits discussed during the hiring process.

How to Apply

Submit a resume outlining dental hygiene experience, periodontal training, and relevant clinical technology experience. PIAMT is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pay: $44.00 - $51.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32.0 – 40.0 per week

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