Dental Hygienist

Overview

Caledonian Dental Care is seeking a skilled, compassionate Dental Hygienist to join our highly regarded and extremely busy practice at York Place, Perth. Caledonian Dental Care is one of Scotland’s largest and most established dental practices, with two pre-eminent practices located close together in Perth. We have been proudly providing high-quality dentistry to the local community since 1947, and we continue to grow while maintaining exceptional clinical standards and patient care.

• Mondays & Fridays (bi-weekly)

As a key member of our clinical team, you will deliver outstanding preventative and periodontal care while building trusted, long-term relationships with patients.

• Performing comprehensive dental cleanings and oral health assessments
• Providing treatment for gum disease and other periodontal conditions
• Educating patients on oral hygiene, prevention, and long-term oral health
• Administering teeth whitening treatments
• Utilising air polishing for advanced hygiene procedures
• Maintaining accurate patient records and treatment plans
• Working closely with dentists and the wider team to deliver holistic patient care
• Adhering to the highest standards of infection control and clinical governance
• Keeping up to date with the latest dental hygiene techniques and technologies

You will be a confident, patient-focused hygienist who takes pride in delivering exceptional care.

• Valid GDC registration
• Qualification in Dental Hygiene from a recognised institution
• Proven experience as a Dental Hygienist
• Strong knowledge of preventative dentistry and periodontal care
• Experience with airflow/air polishing and teeth whitening
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain treatments clearly
• A caring, empathetic approach that builds patient trust and loyalty
• High attention to detail and commitment to clinical excellence
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team

Caledonian Dental Care is proud to be part of Portman Dentex, one of the UK’s leading dental groups. With over 350 practices and 4,000 clinicians, Portman Dentex offers professional autonomy, excellent support, and ongoing development opportunities—allowing clinicians to focus on what matters most: patient care.

For more information or to apply, please contact Aaliyah at or email

Join a historic, forward-thinking practice where your skills will be valued and your contribution truly makes a difference.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplace. We are committed to creating an environment of mutual respect and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, disability, age, or nationality.