Dental Hygienist

United Dental Corporation; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 83,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with 4% Employer Match

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Continuing Education Support

Job summary

United Dental Corporation in Manhattan, NY seeks a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) to join our growing team. We value patient education, preventive care, and an exceptional patient experience. Scheduling is set to provide ample time for quality care and collaboration with dentists and the team.

You will perform prophylaxis, periodontal maintenance, charting, radiographs, and patient education. NY license, CPR/BLS, and local anesthesia certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• Active New York dental hygiene license.
• Local anesthesia certification (as allowed by NY rules).
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Strong communication and patient education skills.
• Commitment to quality patient care.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform dental prophylaxis and periodontal maintenance.
• Conduct periodontal charting and assessments.
• Take diagnostic radiographs.
• Deliver patient education and oral hygiene instruction.
• Identify treatment needs and communicate with patients and providers.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation.
• Support comprehensive care through team collaboration.
• Promote preventive dentistry and long-term oral health.

Skills

Active NY RDH License

Local Anesthesia Certification

CPR/BLS Certification

Communication Skills

Patient Education Skills

Team Collaboration

Job description

Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)?

Location:?Manhattan, NY Compensation:?$60 - $65 an hour Patient Mix:?PPO /?FFS Practice Model:?Assisted Hygiene Schedule:?Monday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm + Wednesday - Friday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm Benefits Eligibility:?Employees regularly scheduled to work 30+ hours per week may be eligible for benefits.

About the Role?

United Dental Corporation is seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) to join our growing team in the vibrant Manhattan area. We are looking for a hygienist who is passionate about patient education, preventive care, and delivering an exceptional patient experience. Specific practice placement will be discussed during the interview process based on your experience, schedule preferences, geographic considerations, and business needs. Candidates may be considered for multiple practices within the region.

What Your Day Looks Like?

We believe great patient care starts with a predictable schedule, strong clinical support, and enough time to focus on the patient. Depending on the practice, your day may include:?

• 60-minute hygiene appointments?
• Dedicated periodontal therapy scheduling?
• Established patient base and recall program?
• Doctor support for exams and treatment planning?
• Modern technology and digital workflows?
• Collaborative clinical environment focused on quality patient care?
• Opportunities to build long-term patient relationships?

What You'll Do?

• Perform dental prophylaxis and periodontal maintenance?
• Conduct periodontal charting and assessments?
• Take diagnostic radiographs?
• Deliver patient education and oral hygiene instruction?
• Identify?and communicate treatment needs to patients and providers?
• Maintain?accurate?clinical documentation?
• Support comprehensive patient care through collaboration with dentists and team members?
• Promote preventive dentistry and long-term oral health?

Requirements

• Active Dental Hygiene License in New York
• Local Anesthesia Certification (if applicable by state)?
• Current CPR/BLS Certification?
• Strong communication?and patient education skills?
• Commitment to quality patient care?
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment?

Preferred?

• Laser Certification?
• Experience with assisted hygiene models?
• Experience in PPO, Fee-for-Service, and/or Medicaid environments?
• Experience with periodontal therapy?
• Experience with patient education and treatment acceptance?
• Bilingual skills?

Benefits

• Medical Insurance?
• Dental Insurance?
• Vision Insurance?
• 401(k) with 4% Employer Match?
• Paid Holidays?
• Paid Time Off (PTO)?
• Continuing Education Support?

Insurance benefits?begin?the 1st of the month following?60 days?of employment. Paid holidays become available after?90 days?of employment.?Benefits?eligibility and waiting periods may apply.

Professional Development?

• Continuing Education (CE) Support?
• Professional Membership Reimbursement?
• Clinical Development Opportunities?
• Mentorship and Career Growth Opportunities?
• Training on New Technology and Treatment Modalities?

Professional development benefits may vary based on position, location, and eligibility requirements.

Why Join United Dental Corporation??

• Established Patient Bases?
• Clinical Autonomy?
• Modern Technology?
• Strong Clinical Support Teams?
• Opportunities for Advanced Procedures?
• Continuing Education Support?
• Long-Term Career Growth?
• Multi-State Practice Network?