Merit Dental | Supported by Smile Brands
If you’re a hygienist who wants more than just “another schedule”… this is where your career gets exciting again.
At Merit Dental in Lorain, you’ll experience the best of private practice feel with the strength of a nationwide support system—giving you the freedom to practice how you were trained, while having the tools, team, and support to truly thrive.
Practice at the Top of Your License
You’re not just “cleaning teeth.” You’re educating, diagnosing, co-planning care, and making a real impact on patient health every single day.
A Team That Actually Supports You
Work alongside a doctor and team that value your clinical expertise, respect your time, and collaborate—not micromanage.
Growth Without Guesswork
Company-paid CE, mentorship, and clear development pathways—whether you’re a new grad or experienced hygienist ready for more.
Patients Who Trust You
Build real relationships in a community-focused practice where patients return, refer, and rely on you.
Balance You Can Count On
Predictable scheduling, supportive leadership, and a culture that respects your life outside of work.
Deliver comprehensive preventive and periodontal care
Educate patients on oral-systemic health and long-term wellness
Partner with the doctor to co-diagnose and support treatment acceptance
Utilize modern technology to enhance patient care
Create a comfortable, positive experience that keeps patients coming back
Licensed Dental Hygienist (RDH) in Ohio
Passion for patient education and relationship-building
A team-first mindset with strong communication skills
New grads welcome—we’ll support your success from day one
We’re redefining what it means to work in dentistry—combining the heart of a local practice with the backing of a national organization that invests in YOU.
When you join us, you’re not just taking a job—you’re stepping into a career where your voice matters, your growth is supported, and your impact is felt every day.
Schedule (days/hours): Monday - Thursday 8am to 5pm Responsibilities:
What You’ll Do
Who We’re Looking For
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 careers@smilebrands.com.
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