Dental Hygienist - $2500 Sign-on Bonus

Affinity Dental Management; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $2,500

Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) and 30

PTO: 3 weeks + 8 holidays

No evenings or weekends

Job summary

Newton Centre Dental is seeking a full-time Dental Hygienist in Newton, MA. The role emphasizes quality care, long-term patient relationships, and a supportive clinical environment within Affinity Dental Management's network.

Expect a thorough hygiene schedule with modern digital workflows and opportunities for professional growth. The position offers a $2,500 sign-on bonus, competitive hourly pay, and full-time benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and PTO.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher from an accredited dental hygiene program.
• Current CPR certification.
• Local anesthesia certification required or willingness to obtain.
• 1+ year of dental hygiene experience preferred, although motivated new graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Strong clinical judgment and patient education skills.
• Warm, professional communication style.
• Commitment to comprehensive, patient-centered care and long-term patient relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive preventive and therapeutic hygiene care.
• Conduct periodontal assessments and charting.
• Capture and interpret diagnostic digital radiographs.
• Educate patients on oral and periodontal health and preventive care.
• Conduct head, neck, and oral cancer screenings.
• Identify periodontal and restorative concerns and communicate with the dentist.
• Build lasting relationships with patients through education and trust.
• Collaborate with doctors and clinical team members to provide comprehensive care.
• Maintain accurate digital patient records and uphold OSHA and HIPAA standards.

Skills

Dental hygiene

Patient education

CPR

Local anesthesia

Education

Associate degree in dental hygiene

Job description

Dental Hygienist - $2500 Sign-on Bonus

Affinity Dental Management Newton, Massachusetts, United States

About this position

Practice Hygiene the Way It Should Be - Join Newton Centre Dental as a Full-Time Dental Hygienist!

If you're a Dental Hygienist who values quality over rushing, meaningful patient relationships, and being treated like the clinical professional you are, Newton Centre Dental may be exactly what you've been looking for. For more than 20 years, our established Newton practice has built its reputation around personalized, comprehensive dentistry and long-term patient relationships. We're a boutique, multi-specialty practice with a loyal patient community, modern digital workflow, and a team that believes exceptional dentistry starts with giving clinicians the time and support to do their best work.

You'll be joining an established practice with a full schedule and loyal patient base from day one, allowing you to focus on delivering exceptional patient care rather than building your schedule.

And if stability matters to you, you'll find it here. Join a team where many of our clinical employees have built long-term careers.

Why Choose Newton Centre Dental?

• Exceptional Earning Potential: $55-60+/hour based on experience
• Monthly Incentive Bonuses: Opportunity to earn approximately $500-1,000 more per month, potentially adding the equivalent of roughly $3-5/hour to your total compensation
• $2,500 Sign-On Bonus: A little something extra for choosing to grow your career with us
• Full-Time Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, and disability coverage, with benefits beginning after 30 days
• Time to Recharge: 3 weeks PTO + 8 paid holidays
• No Accelerated Hygiene: 60-minute adult recall appointments so you have the time to provide thorough, personalized care
• Established Patient Base: Step into a full hygiene schedule with loyal patients and consistent demand
• Predictable Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7AM-4PM with no evenings or weekends
• Professional Growth: Paid CE, mentorship, professional development, and career advancement opportunities throughout Affinity Dental Management's growing network
• Modern Clinical Environment : Fully digital workflow, Denticon, digital charting, 6 operatories, and a refreshed office environment

Location & Schedule

• Full-Time Schedule:
  • Monday-Friday | 7AM-4PM
    • No evenings or weekends

A Hygiene Environment Built Around Quality Care

At Newton Centre Dental, hygiene isn't about moving as many patients through the schedule as possible. Our 60-minute adult recall appointments and no accelerated hygiene model allow you to slow down, educate patients, build trust, and provide the level of care you were trained to deliver. Our practice primarily serves an established community seeking comprehensive, personalized dentistry, with a payer mix that leans more toward fee-for-service and PPO care rather than heavy insurance participation. You'll collaborate with experienced dentists and team members in an environment where hygienists are respected as an essential part of the clinical team.

Your Role as a Dental Hygienist

• Provide comprehensive preventive and therapeutic hygiene care, including cleanings, scaling and root planing, and fluoride treatments
• Conduct periodontal assessments and maintain accurate periodontal charting
• Capture and interpret diagnostic-quality digital radiographs
• Educate patients on oral health, periodontal health, and individualized preventive care
• Conduct head, neck, and oral cancer screenings
• Identify periodontal and restorative concerns and communicate findings with the dentist
• Build lasting relationships with patients through education, trust, and consistency
• Collaborate with doctors and clinical team members to provide comprehensive care
• Maintain accurate digital patient records and uphold OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control standards

What We're Looking For

• Associate degree or higher from an accredited dental hygiene program
• Current CPR certification
• Local anesthesia certification required or willingness to obtain
• 1+ year of dental hygiene experience preferred, although motivated new graduates are encouraged to apply
• Strong clinical judgment and patient education skills
• Warm, professional communication style
• Commitment to comprehensive, patient-centered care and long-term patient relationships

About Newton Centre Dental

Newton Centre Dental is an established six-operatory, multi-specialty practice that has served Newton and surrounding communities for more than 20 years. Our state-of-the-art facility was designed around patient comfort, with private treatment rooms, modern technology, digital workflows, and a calming environment. Our practice provides everything from routine preventive care to Invisalign, cosmetic dentistry, porcelain veneers, implants, sedation dentistry, smile makeovers, and comprehensive full-mouth rehabilitation. Our office was refreshed in 2024 while maintaining what has made Newton Centre Dental successful for decades: personalized dentistry, high clinical standards, strong patient relationships, and an experienced team.

Find a Practice Where You Can Stay and Grow

If you're happy where you are, this opportunity may still be worth a conversation.

You don't have to choose between strong earning potential and a clinical environment where you have the time to care for your patients properly. At Newton Centre Dental, you'll step into an established schedule, work alongside a supportive team, and have the resources to build a rewarding long-term career.

Newton Centre Dental 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 checks.

Salary Information

$55 - $60Hourly Wage