Dental Hygienist

Why You'll Love Being Part of Our Team

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Flexible scheduling options
• Supportive doctors and teammates who value your expertise
• Modern technology and clinical tools to help you provide outstanding care
• A positive, patient-focused environment where relationships matter
• Extensive continuing education and mentorship opportunities
• Clear pathways for professional development and career growth

What You'll Do

As a Dental Hygienist, you'll play a vital role in creating exceptional patient experiences and improving oral health. You'll have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients while providing high-quality preventive and periodontal care in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

You'll be empowered to:

• Partner closely with doctors and team members to deliver excellent patient care
• Educate patients on oral health and treatment recommendations
• Utilize state-of-the-art technology and evidence-based clinical practices
• Build lasting patient relationships based on trust and compassion
• Continue developing your skills through ongoing education and mentorship

Support for Your Success

Whether you're an experienced hygienist or a new graduate, you'll have access to industry-leading educational opportunities, a robust hygiene mentor program, and the clinical and operational support needed to thrive in your career.

Join a team that values your voice, supports your growth, and helps you make a lasting impact on your patients' lives every day.

Apply today and discover why Valley Vista Dental Care is a great place to grow your hygiene career!

What You'll Gain

• Competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement savings plans, six paid holidays, and PTO (paid time off)
• Continuing education opportunities to help you grow your clinical skills and advance your career
• Access to an expansive network of mentors, including 1:1 hygiene mentorship and ongoing professional development
• State-of-the-art technology, high-quality supplies, and strong clinical support to help you provide exceptional patient care
• The stability of an industry-leading organization with over 20 years of experience and unlimited growth opportunities
• A supportive team environment that welcomes both experienced hygienists and new graduates

About Valley Vista Dental Care

Valley Vista Dental Care, like each Heartland Dental supported office, is unique to the community and the patients we serve. With the support of a dedicated practice manager, a highly trained team, and a nationwide network of experts, you'll have access to the resources and support you need to thrive both professionally and personally.

• Join a collaborative team of 6 that values communication, professional growth, and transparency. Our team is easy-going, supportive, and passionate about creating a positive experience for both patients and teammates.
• Conveniently located in south Salem on Liberty Street SE, our office offers easy access to downtown Salem, local shopping, dining, and nearby residential communities.

If you're looking for an office where your contributions are valued, your growth is encouraged, and teamwork is at the heart of everything we do, we'd love to meet you!

What We're Looking For

New graduates are welcome and encouraged to apply! Whether you're beginning your career or bringing years of experience, we're committed to helping you grow and succeed.

Ideal candidates will have:

• A positive, patient-focused mindset
• A desire to learn, grow, and expand their clinical skills
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Experience with digital technology such as digital x-rays, intraoral scanners, VELscope, Diagnodent, and electronic health records (preferred but not required)
• A commitment to delivering preventive care and helping patients achieve optimal oral health

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods throughout the workday
• Ability to lift and carry up to 45 pounds as needed
• Ability to attend periodic virtual and/or in-person training sessions throughout the year

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our team members and patients, a tuberculosis (TB) test is required for all new hires in dental office positions and must be completed prior to employment.

Why Heartland Dental?

At Heartland Dental, you'll enjoy the best of both worlds: the supportive culture of a close-knit local office combined with the resources, mentorship, and career opportunities of the nation's largest dental support organization.

With access to world-class continuing education, a nationwide network of experienced hygienists and doctors, and industry-leading mentorship programs, you'll have the support you need to build a rewarding and successful long-term career.

Heartland Dental is committed to fostering a workplace built on respect, diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity, where every team member is empowered to grow, contribute, and thrive.

Join Valley Vista Dental Care and become part of a team that values collaboration, professional growth, and exceptional patient care.