Dental Hygienist - Maternity Leave
Company: EDWARD J FORMICA DDS
Location: Hemet
Posted on: February 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Job Summary Temporary position
for a qualified and caring Registered Dental Hygienist from March 2
through April 24 due to maternity leave. Our team is dedicated to
giving patients the best experience possible and we are seeking
someone who is willing to work with this goal in mind. Our Standard
of Care incorporates traditional hygiene practices, diode lasers;
Curodont and more. Bilingual English / Spanish ideal but not
required. Compensation: $56 per hour Hours: 8 to 5 Monday through
Thursday, 8am -2pm on Friday 4/3/26 & 4/24/26. Responsibilities
Welcome patients into the treatment area and make them feel
comfortable Discuss the dental care plan with patients and answer
any questions they have Prep sterilized equipment and make it
available to the dentist for exams and procedures Take vital signs
and accurately record medical histories Perform preliminary exams
and collect oral health histories Evaluate patients for signs of
gum disease, cavities, and infection Remove plaque and apply
fluoride treatments Teach good oral hygiene techniques Create
dental impressions Take x-rays Assist dentist during procedures and
exams Adhere to all health and safety regulations and office
policies Qualifications Associates Degree from a school certified
by the Commission on Dental Accreditation, Bachelors or Masters
degree preferred Current Dental Hygienist licensure At least 1-2
years of experience in dental hygiene Strong understanding of HIPAA
regulations and all dentistry safety guidelines Able to stand for
extended periods and bend repeatedly Excellent communication and
customer service skills Additional Information Our hygiene
appointments are 60 minutes long to ensure you have enough time to
take vitals, radiographs, periodontal screening and recording, and
perform periodontal maintenance or prophylaxis. We schedule Scaling
and Root Planing 2 quads at a time and block two hours to provide
plenty of time for great patient outcomes. And a better working
environment. If you're interested and meet the qualifications, we
welcome your application. Formica Family Dental Practice
Keywords: EDWARD J FORMICA DDS, Santa Monica , Dental Hygienist - Maternity Leave, Healthcare , Hemet, California
