Registered Dental Hygienist - Registered Dental Hygienist

Dental Hygienist

Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)

Company: Ponderosa Family Dentistry

Location: Reno, NV 89509 (Easy commute from Carson City, Sparks, and Truckee)

Job Type: Full-Time 

Financial & Support Package

• 5000.00 Sign On Bonus! (2500.00 on first paycheck, $2500.00 at 6 month anniversary)
• Base Pay: $48.00 – $65.00 per hour (Consistent hourly stability)
• We completely cover your first renewal Nevada RDH license renewal fees to keep your hard-earned money in your pocket.

We deeply respect your clinical expertise and your energy. A Day in the Life: You focus entirely on scaling, root planing, and co-diagnosis. Enjoy a consistent, predictable schedule that gives you plenty of time to recharge and enjoy the great Reno-Tahoe outdoors.

Commuter-Friendly Note

Located in the heart of Reno, our practice offers an easy reverse-commute from Carson City (30 mins), Sparks, or Truckee (40 mins). Skip the heavy traffic and enjoy the mountain views!

Why Choose the Ponderosa Family Dentistry Team?

At Ponderosa Family Dentistry, we provide compassionate, gentle, and broad-scope care to patients from throughout Northern Nevada. We don't just treat patients—we build genuine, lasting friendships. Our close-knit clinical team gets along incredibly well, loves to laugh, and functions like a supportive family.

By joining our clinical home, you will collaborate side-by-side with two dedicated, passionate providers who have built a reputation of trust and excellence in the Reno community:

• Our Senior Clinical Philosophy (Dr. Troy Aland): For Dr. Aland, dentistry is a lifelong passion. He focuses heavily on helping patients overcome dental anxieties and discover that a visit to the dentist can be a fantastic, comfortable experience. He believes in fostering a fun, low-stress workplace where the team respects and admires one another's dedication.
• A Multi-Generational Local Legacy (Dr. Mathew Stewart): A born-and-raised Reno native, Dr. Stewart grew up in the local dental world. Graduating in 2015, he brings a modern, highly communicative approach to our team, focusing on a transparent experience where patients are fully educated and actively engaged in their treatment plans.

Our bilingual practice is fully equipped with modern digital technology and premium patient comforts—from a dedicated children’s play area to cozy blankets and pillows to keep patients completely at ease. If you are looking for a rewarding, positive environment where your skills are valued, your chair is waiting!

What We're Looking For

• Licensure: Active Nevada Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license in good standing (or currently in the active process of obtaining NV licensure).
• Technical Skills: Experience with modern dental practice management software and digital charting (experience with Open Dental and digital radiography is a major plus).
• Patient Care: A deep commitment to providing gentle, compassionate, and comprehensive preventative and periodontal therapies (SRP) for patients of all ages.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional communication, a warm bedside manner, sharp attention to detail, and a collaborative "team-first" mentality.
• New Graduates Welcome: We offer dedicated clinical mentorship for recent grads, alongside robust continuing education (CE) opportunities for seasoned pros!

What You'll Do

• Elite Periodontal Therapy: Perform high-quality clinical exams, preventative cleanings, scaling, root planing (SRP), digital charting, and oral cancer screenings.
• Patient Advocacy & Education: Clear up anxieties, help patients understand the why behind their oral health, and engage them in their preventative care.
• Clinical Collaboration: Partner closely with our doctors to co-diagnose, review digital X-rays, audit periodontal health, and build conservative treatment plans.
• Team Synergy: Utilize our assisted hygiene model to maintain an efficient, comforting flow, keeping the atmosphere relaxed and enjoyable for everyone.

Perks & Benefits That Keep You Smiling

• Financial Safety: 401(k) retirement plan with an immediate 4% Employer Match, plus Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability coverage.
• Comprehensive Healthcare: Full Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage (for 30+ hours/week).
• Professional Advancement: Paid licensure fees, paid continuing education (CE) opportunities, and structured professional development.

Text-to-Apply / Quick Apply

Hygienists are busy, and we respect your time! Don’t have an updated resume handy right this second? Send us a quick text message or call us directly at 775-800-9183 for a confidential, no-pressure chat. You can also submit your resume to [email protected] or drop by the office to meet the team and see why we love coming to work every day!

This is a safety-sensitive role and requires passing a drug screen. We follow CDC, OSHA, and ADA guidelines to ensure a safe environment.

This is a safety-sensitive role and requires passing a drug screen. We follow CDC, OSHA, and ADA guidelines to ensure a safe environment.

Ponderosa Family Dentistry is a proud affiliate of Bluetree Dental, an organization dedicated to changing lives and dentistry. With partners across multiple states, Bluetree focuses on pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, and general dentistry.

Bluetree's Mission and Vision:

• Mission: To give people something to smile about, today, and tomorrow.
• Vision: Changing lives, changing dentistry.

Core Values That Guide Us:

• Caring: Prioritize the needs of patients, team members, and practices.
• Creative: Foster innovation and explore better ways to enhance dental care.
• Credible: Build trust through experience, education, authenticity, and unwavering commitment.
• Commitment: Stay dedicated to our values, mission, and vision.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, marital or veteran status, medical condition, disability, or any other status protected by law.

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