<p>Overview</p> <p>Dental Hygienist - Midwest Dental (Wauwatosa, WI)</p> <p>At Midwest Dental - Wauwatosa, WI, supported by Smile Brands, you'll experience the best of both worlds: the close-knit, patient-first feel of a private practice with the support, stability, and growth opportunities of a larger organization.</p> <p>This is a place where hygienists are respected as providers, not just producers. You'll have the time, tools, and support to deliver exceptional care while building meaningful, long-term patient relationships.</p> <p>Why You'll Love This Role</p> <p>Practice the way you were trained</p> <p>You'll have the clinical autonomy to focus on prevention, education, and comprehensive care-without being rushed or micromanaged.</p> <p>Support without the pressure</p> <p>Enjoy a collaborative environment with experienced doctors, assistants, and leadership who value hygiene and invest in your success.</p> <p>Growth that actually happens</p> <p>Company-paid CE, mentorship, and development opportunities help you expand your clinical skills and advance your career.</p> <p>Modern tools & strong systems</p> <p>Work with updated technology, efficient workflows, and a steady patient base so you can focus on care-not chaos.</p> <p>A culture that feels different</p> <p>We lead with kindness, respect, and teamwork. This is a team that shows up for each other.</p> <p>What You'll Do</p> <ul> <li>Provide comprehensive dental hygiene care, including prophylaxis, SRP, and periodontal maintenance </li><li>Educate patients on oral health, prevention, and long-term treatment planning </li><li>Partner closely with doctors to co-diagnose and support optimal patient outcomes </li><li>Build strong patient relationships that drive trust, retention, and case acceptance </li><li>Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure compliance with best practices </li></ul> <p>What We're Looking For</p> <ul> <li>Licensed Dental Hygienist (RDH) in the state of Wisconsin (or ability to obtain) </li><li>A patient-first mindset with strong communication skills </li><li>Passion for prevention, education, and elevating the standard of care </li><li>A team-oriented approach with a desire to grow clinically </li></ul> <p>Benefits & Perks</p> <ul> <li>Competitive pay + bonus opportunities </li><li>Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k, etc.) </li><li>Company-paid continuing education </li><li>Flexible scheduling options (full-time or part-time) </li><li>Supportive leadership and career growth pathways </li></ul> <p>Why Midwest Dental?</p> <p>Midwest Dental practices are rooted in their communities. In Wauwatosa, you'll join a team that truly cares-about patients, about each other, and about doing dentistry the right way. Backed by Smile Brands, you'll have the support you need without losing the feel of a private practice.</p> <p>If you're looking for a role where you can grow, feel supported, and make a real impact-this is it.</p> <p>*</p> <p>Schedule (days/hours)</p> <p>Monday - Thursday 7am-5pm, Fridays 7am-2pm</p> <p>Responsibilities</p> <p>What You'll Do</p> <ul> <li>Deliver high-quality standard of care through preventive treatments, diagnostics, and evidence-based protocols. </li><li>Educate and motivate patients toward better oral and overall health. </li><li>Collaborate with dentists and hygiene teammates to co-diagnose and personalize treatment. </li><li>Create a welcoming, judgement-free environment for every patient. </li><li>Stay current with new technologies and instruments that advance care. </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>Who We're Looking For</p> <ul> <li>A licensed dental hygienist who is passionate about patient care, education, and practicing at the top of their scope to improve oral health outcomes. </li><li>Either an active state hygiene license or eligibility to become licensed (new grads are welcome!) </li><li>A current CPR certification </li></ul> <p>Compensation</p> <p>$50-$55 per hour</p> <p>About Us</p> <p>Benefits are determined by employment status/hours worked and include paid time off ("PTO"), health, dental, vision, health savings account, telemedicine, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability insurance, employee discount programs, pet insurance, and a 401k plan. As a dental hygienist, you'll also enjoy complimentary CEs and access to other internal training opportunities to support your growth.</p> <p>Smile Brands supports over 650 affiliated dental practices across 28 states all focused on a single mission of delivering Smiles For Everyone! Smiles for patients, providers, employees, and community partners. Everyone. Our growing portfolio of affiliated dental brands and practice models range from large regional brands to uniquely branded local practices. This role is associated with the affiliated dental office listed at the top of the job posting on our career site.</p> <p>Smile Brands Inc. and all Affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), protected hair style and texture (The CROWN Act), genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. If you would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at careers@smilebrands.com.</p>