Dental Hygienist

Affinity Dental Management; Town of Smithtown (NY); On-site; USD 66,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Incentive bonuses

Comprehensive benefits

3 weeks PTO + holidays

Established patient base

Clinical collaboration

CE & professional growth

Modern facilities

Growth opportunities within network

Job summary

NowDental of Suffolk in Smithtown, NY is seeking a Dental Hygienist to join our established practice. You’ll work with an active patient base, experienced providers, and a collaborative clinical team to deliver comprehensive preventive and periodontal care.

New graduates welcome; CPR is required and local anesthesia is a plus. A strong team focus and opportunities for CE and career growth are offered in a supportive environment within Affinity Dental Management’s network.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited dental hygiene program.
• Current CPR certification.
• Patient-focused approach with strong communication skills.
• Collaborative, dependable, and committed to high-quality clinical care.
• 1+ year of hygiene experience preferred, but new graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Local anesthesia certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive preventive and periodontal hygiene care.
• Perform cleanings, scaling and root planing, fluoride treatments, and other hygiene services within your scope.
• Assess periodontal health and communicate clinical findings with patients and providers.
• Capture diagnostic-quality digital x-rays and maintain accurate clinical documentation.
• Educate patients on oral health, home care, periodontal needs, and recommended treatment.
• Collaborate with dentists to identify periodontal, restorative, and comprehensive treatment needs.
• Build trusted, long-term relationships that encourage patients to stay engaged in their oral health.

Skills

Dental Hygiene

Education

Associate degree in Dental Hygiene

CPR Certification

Job description

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Smithtown, NY, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 2384

Build a Hygiene Career You’ll Love | Dental Hygienist – Smithtown, NY

Looking for a hygiene position where you can focus on quality patient care, build lasting relationships, and work with a team that values what you bring to the practice?

NowDental of Suffolk is seeking a Dental Hygienist to join our established, modern practice in Smithtown, NY. You'll work with an active patient base, experienced providers, advanced technology, and a collaborative clinical team - all while having the resources and support to continue growing as a hygienist.

Whether you're an experienced RDH looking for your next long-term practice or a new graduate ready to build your career with a supportive team, we'd love to meet you.

Why Hygienists Choose NowDental of Suffolk

• Competitive Pay: Rates starting at $48/hour + monthly incentive bonus | up to $58/hour *no incentive bonus
• Incentive Bonuses:Additional earning potential on top of your hourly rate
• Comprehensive Benefits:Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, and disability coverage for eligible full-time employees
• Generous Time Off:3 weeks PTO + paid holidays for eligible full-time employees
• Established Patient Base:Build relationships with patients who return to the practice for ongoing care
• Clinical Collaboration:Work closely with dentists and the clinical team to support comprehensive patient care
• CE & Professional Growth:Continuing education, mentorship, and opportunities to expand your skills
• Comfortable Clinical Environment:Modern treatment spaces and onsite parking
• Growth Beyond the Practice:Access additional career development opportunities through Affinity Dental Management's network of practices

Your Schedule

• Monday-Thursday with alternating Friday and Saturday shifts

We’re looking for a hygienist who wants a consistent place to build relationships with patients and become an important part of our clinical team.

About NowDental of Suffolk

• NowDental of Suffolk
  • 496 Smithtown Bypass, Suite 300, Smithtown, NY 11787

Our established Smithtown practice features 9 operatories and a modern digital workflow. We provide comprehensive care ranging from preventive and periodontal treatment to restorative, cosmetic, Invisalign, and same-day crown services.

For our hygienists, that means working as an integral part of a comprehensive care team - not simply moving patients through a hygiene schedule.

Your Role as a Dental Hygienist

• Provide comprehensive preventive and periodontal hygiene care
• Perform cleanings, scaling and root planing, fluoride treatments, and other hygiene services within your scope
• Assess periodontal health and communicate clinical findings with patients and providers
• Capture diagnostic-quality digital x-rays and maintain accurate clinical documentation
• Educate patients on oral health, home care, periodontal needs, and recommended treatment
• Collaborate with dentists to identify periodontal, restorative, and comprehensive treatment needs
• Build trusted, long-term relationships that encourage patients to stay engaged in their oral health

What We’re Looking For

• Graduate of an accredited dental hygiene program
• Current CPR certification
• Patient-focused approach with strong communication skills
• Collaborative, dependable, and committed to high-quality clinical care
• 1+ year of hygiene experience preferred, but new graduates are encouraged to apply
• Local anesthesia certification is a plus

Find a Practice Where You Can Stay and Grow

The right hygiene position should give you more than a schedule of patients. It should give you a team you enjoy working with, patients you can build relationships with, opportunities to continue developing clinically, and recognition for the important role you play in the practice.

That's what we're building at NowDental of Suffolk.

NowDental of Suffolk is a proud affiliate of Affinity Dental Management, an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or other characteristics protected by law. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of applicable background, reference, and employment verification requirements.