About the Role Springborn Staffing is partnering with an established dental practice in Lewiston, ME, to find a highly skilled, licensed Dental Hygienist. This is an immediate, temp-to-hire opportunity designed for a dedicated clinician looking to establish a long-term home. Our client is seeking a professional who can acclimate quickly, integrate seamlessly with the existing team, and provide exceptional direct patient care. The ultimate goal is to transition the right candidate into a permanent role as swiftly as possible based on clinical fit and patient interaction. Clinical Environment & Scheduling The practice utilizes a highly efficient, industry-standard block scheduling model, ensuring hygienists provide focused, quality care by seeing only one patient at a time. The successful candidate must be able to work proficiently and effectively within the following time allocations:

Regular Cleanings:

60 minutes

Periodontal Maintenance Cleanings:

70 minutes

Gingival Scaling:

90 minutes

Two-Quadrant Scaling and Root Planing:

2 hours Key Responsibilities Provide comprehensive dental hygiene care, including regular cleanings, periodontal maintenance, and complex scaling procedures. Manage patient appointments efficiently within the allocated block schedule without compromising quality of care. Maintain strict adherence to all workplace safety guidelines and handle protected health information (PHI) with absolute confidentiality. Demonstrate a high level of professionalism in all interactions with patients, the dental team, and practice management.

Qualifications & Requirements Licensure:

Active, unencumbered Dental Hygienist license in the State of Maine.

Credentials:

Fully credentialed and legally eligible to perform all clinical duties required for the role.

Compliance:

Willingness to undergo thorough credential verification and comprehensive background screening.

Experience:

Proven ability to proficiently manage a full daily schedule while upholding the highest standards of clinical excellence and patient safety.

Pay:

$50.00 - $53.00 per hour

Benefits:

Paid time off

Work Location:

In person