Dental Hygienist General & Cosmetic Dental Office Dr Nikki Christian Independence, MO Job Details Part-time | Full-time $45 - $50 an hour 1 day ago Benefits 401(k) Paid time off 401(k) matching Employee discount Qualifications Advanced practice provider Full Job Description At Kansas City Smiles & Co. , we believe dental hygienists are so much more than someone who "cleans teeth." We are a privately owned dental practice built around relationships, individualized care, and doing what is right for each patient. We think of our hygienists as nurse practitioners of the mouth — highly skilled clinicians who educate, assess risk, build relationships, recognize changes early, and help patients understand how their oral health connects to their overall health. What makes hygiene different here? We don't believe in one-size-fits-all dentistry. Every patient has a story. We want to know it. What matters to them? What are their goals? What are they worried about? What has their previous dental experience been like? And what does optimal health look like for them ? Our hygienists have the opportunity to truly know their patients and partner with them over time. We care for many multi-generational families — grandparents, parents, teenagers, and young children — and those long-term relationships are one of the things we love most about private practice.

Our philosophy:

Proactive is conservative. We believe the most conservative dentistry is often the dentistry that prevents bigger problems from developing. Our hygiene team educates patients about periodontal health, caries risk, airway and oral-systemic considerations, home care, and other factors that may affect their long-term health. We don't lecture patients or pressure them into treatment. We educate. We listen. We partner. We inspire. Our goal is for patients to understand their health well enough to make informed decisions about their care. You may be a great fit if you… Love to building genuine relationships with patients and team Want to practice at a high clinical level Believe education is one of the most important things a hygienist can provide Are curious and enjoy learning Want to be on the newest, latest, and greatest research and equipment. See the connection between oral health and whole-body health Want to understand the why behind a patient's condition, not simply treat today's symptoms Believe recommendations should be individualized to the person sitting in your chair Enjoy caring for families and seeing patients through different stages of life Want to work with a team that values excellent dentistry and an exceptional patient experience Want a team culture that enjoys being together--having fun or learning! We're looking for more than a hygienist. We're looking for someone who wants to become a trusted healthcare partner to their patients. Someone who wants patients to leave an appointment not only with healthier teeth and gums, but with a better understanding of their health and what they can do to protect it. If you're looking for a private practice where relationships matter, clinical excellence matters, and your role as a hygienist matters , we'd love to meet you. Apply today and come meet our team. We are looking for full or part-time.

Pay:

$45.00 - $50.00 per hour Expected hours: 16.0 - 40.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Employee discount Paid time off

Work Location:

In person