Bright Now! Dental·Hayward, California
Provide comprehensive preventive and periodontal hygiene care while educating patients on oral health and home care. Collaborate with dentists to co-diagnose and personalize treatment plans to ensure high-quality patient experiences.
At Bright Now! Dental, supported by Smile Brands, we believe great patient care starts with empowered clinicians. Here, you’ll enjoy the supportive feel of a patient-focused practice combined with the resources, stability, and career growth opportunities of a leading dental organization.
We’re looking for a passionate Registered Dental Hygienist who thrives on building relationships, educating patients, and delivering high-quality clinical care. If you’re seeking a team that values collaboration, compassion, and professional growth, this is the opportunity for you.
Why you’ll love this opportunity
Clinical autonomy with strong support – Practice with confidence while collaborating with an experienced, patient-centered team.
Growth-focused culture – Access mentorship, company-paid CE, and ongoing development opportunities to continue advancing your career.
Modern technology & systems – Work in an environment designed to support efficiency, patient comfort, and clinical excellence.
Make a real impact – Help patients improve their oral and overall health through prevention, education, and personalized care.
A team that values you – Join a culture built on respect, positivity, teamwork, and delivering exceptional patient experiences.
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.
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.
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Must hold an active Registered Dental Hygienist license in California and a current CPR/BLS certification. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and a passion for clinical excellence; new graduates are welcome.
Market context
In California, dental assistant roles with orthodontic experience are often competitive because employers typically look for candidates who can step into patient flow, imaging, and chairside support with minimal onboarding. For this role, a valid RDA license and X-ray license are required, and orthodontic experience is essential. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare fit, then confirm your licensure and orthodontic background before applying.