RDH -> McKinney, Texas

Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) — Permanent | McKinney, TX

A well-established dental practice in McKinney, TX is seeking an experienced Registered Dental Hygienist to join their team full-time. This is a permanent, direct-hire opportunity with a practice that invests in its people — offering medical benefits, PTO, bonus potential, and more. Talencia is managing the search on the practice's behalf.

Position Summary

The Registered Dental Hygienist provides comprehensive preventive and periodontal care in a patient-focused, well-supported practice. Working alongside the dentist and clinical team, you'll deliver high-quality hygiene care, build lasting patient relationships, and help maintain the practice's standard of clinical excellence. This role is ideal for a seasoned hygienist with 3–5 years of experience looking for a stable, rewarding home with strong benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform prophylaxis, scaling, root planing, and periodontal maintenance procedures
• Take and review radiographs (digital and traditional) consistent with Texas scope-of-practice requirements
• Conduct oral cancer screenings, periodontal charting, and intraoral assessments
• Apply preventive agents such as fluoride and sealants as directed by the dentist
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, home care, and periodontal health
• Document care accurately in the practice management system (Dentrix, Eaglesoft, Open Dental, or similar)
• Collaborate with the dentist and team to support treatment planning and patient flow
• Maintain OSHA, HIPAA, and CDC infection-control compliance at all times

Required Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted Registered Dental Hygienist license issued by the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners
• Current CPR / BLS certification
• Radiography certification valid in Texas
• 3–5 years of clinical hygiene experience
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a patient-first approach
• Reliability, professionalism, and a collaborative team mindset

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with multiple practice-management systems (Dentrix, Eaglesoft, Open Dental)
• Local anesthesia and nitrous oxide monitoring certification (where applicable)
• Familiarity with periodontal-focused or high-volume general practices
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus

Compensation & Benefits

• $60–$70 per hour, based on experience
• Medical benefits
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Bonus potential
• Permanent, full-time position with a stable, growing practice
• Supportive team environment focused on patient care and professional growth

Compensation

The base pay range for this role is $60 – $70 per year.