Dental Hygienist
Job Description
Dental Hygienist – Build Your Career by the Lake in Manitowoc, WI
At Midwest Dental, supported by Smile Brands, we believe a great career should feel as good as it looks on paper. Here, you get the best of both worlds: the close-knit, patient-first feel of a private practice—plus the tools, support, and career growth of a leading dental organization.
If you’re a hygienist who wants meaningful patient relationships, clinical autonomy, and a team that truly has your back, you’ll feel right at home.
Why You’ll Love Living & Working in Manitowoc
Set along the beautiful shores of Lake Michigan, Manitowoc offers a lifestyle that’s hard to beat. Think scenic waterfront views, outdoor recreation year-round, and a welcoming, tight-knit community.
Spend your days off exploring spots like Manitowoc Marina, visiting the Wisconsin Maritime Museum, or enjoying local dining and festivals. With an easy drive to Green Bay and Milwaukee, you get small-town charm without giving up access to bigger-city amenities.
Why You’ll Love This Role
Autonomy with Support
Practice the way you were trained—with the independence of private practice and a collaborative team behind you.
Grow Your Career—Your Way
Access mentorship, company-paid CE, and ongoing development opportunities that help you expand your clinical skills and confidence.
Make a Real Impact
Focus on prevention, education, and building long-term patient relationships—not just procedures.
A Culture That Truly Cares
Work with a team that leads with kindness, respect, and empathy—for patients and for each other.
Modern Tools, Less Stress
Enjoy up-to-date technology and systems that make your day more efficient and patient care more effective.
What You’ll Do
- Deliver high-quality preventive and periodontal care
- Educate patients on oral health and long-term wellness
- Build trust and rapport with patients of all ages
- Partner closely with doctors and team members to provide comprehensive care
- Help create a positive, comfortable patient experience every day
What You’ll Bring
- Active dental hygiene license (or ability to obtain in Wisconsin)
- A patient-first mindset and strong communication skills
- A passion for education, prevention, and continuous learning
- A team-oriented attitude with a positive, can-do approach
What You’ll Get
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- Company-paid CE and professional development
- Supportive leadership and a collaborative team
- Stability with room to grow
Ready to love where you work—and where you live?
Join Midwest Dental in Manitowoc and build a career that supports your goals, your lifestyle, and your passion for patient care.
Schedule (days/hours)
Monday-8:00-5:00pm Tuesday 8:00-5:00pm Wednesday 7:30-4:30pm Thursday 7:30-4:30 Friday 7-12:00pm
Responsibilities
What You’ll Do
- Deliver high-quality standard of care through preventive treatments, diagnostics, and evidence-based protocols.
- Educate and motivate patients toward better oral and overall health.
- Collaborate with dentists and hygiene teammates to co-diagnose and personalize treatment.
- Create a welcoming, judgement-free environment for every patient.
- Stay current with new technologies and instruments that advance care.
Qualifications
Who We’re Looking For
- A licensed dental hygienist who is passionate about patient care, education, and practicing at the top of their scope to improve oral health outcomes.
- Either an active state hygiene license or eligibility to become licensed (new grads are welcome!)
- A current CPR certification
Compensation
$49.00 -$55.00 per hour
About Us
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.
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.
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 [email protected].
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Who We’re Looking For
- A licensed dental hygienist who is passionate about patient care, education, and practicing at the top of their scope to improve oral health outcomes.
- Either an active state hygiene license or eligibility to become licensed (new grads are welcome!)
- A current CPR certification
What You’ll Do
- Deliver high-quality standard of care through preventive treatments, diagnostics, and evidence-based protocols.
- Educate and motivate patients toward better oral and overall health.
- Collaborate with dentists and hygiene teammates to co-diagnose and personalize treatment.
- Create a welcoming, judgement-free environment for every patient.
- Stay current with new technologies and instruments that advance care.