Dental Hygienist - Internal Temp

42 North Dental; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

42 North Dental in New Haven, CT is seeking a Dental Hygienist to join our team as a Dental Hygiene - Internal Temp. We prioritize patient care while the team supports you, offering flexible hours, full schedules, and a collaborative environment.

You will deliver preventive care, educate patients on oral health, and work with a back-up team across offices. Hourly rate ranges from $45 to $50 USD, with opportunities to exceed base pay and a steady patient flow.

Qualifications

• Must hold a dental hygiene degree.
• Active state license required.
• Patient-first mindset and excellent interaction with patients.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional preventive care to patients.
• Create a red-carpet patient experience.
• Educate patients on oral health and preventive practices.
• Collaborate with a supportive dental team to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Adhere to clinical policies and documentation standards.

Skills

Active state license

Patient-first mindset

Education

Dental hygiene degree

Job description

We Are 42 North Dental

Built by dentists for dentists, we continually raise the bar for what’s possible in the practice of dentistry by delivering healthy, confident smiles for life.

With our roots in Boston, the best-in-the-nation healthcare hub, we are uniquely positioned to partner with preeminent healthcare solution providers to test and launch new treatments, technologies, and add new specialties and services. It is all part of our mission to chart a bold new course for the practice of dentistry.

Our name refers to the latitude of Boston, MA, where we put down roots over 40 years ago. Boston is known as the “City of Firsts,” where innovation, collaboration, and excellence come together. These key building blocks are the foundation of any great healthcare organization.

Why You'll Love this Dental Hygienist Job!

As a Dental Hygiene - Internal Temp, we want you to focus on patients; we will handle the rest.

At 42 North Dental, hygienists are respected, supported, and trusted. You’ll work with a collaborative team, steady patients, and systems that make your day smoother — not harder. We have a great team of professionals, offer full schedules, and flexible hours.

Compensation:

• Guaranteed hourly rate
• Opportunity to exceed your base rate
• Consistent patient flow

Benefits:

• Flexible Scheduling
• Short-term or long-term options
• Same software throughout all offices
• Ability to work in various locations
• No long-term commitment

What You’ll Do :

• Deliver exceptional preventive care
• Create a red-carpet patient experience
• Educate patients on oral health
• Work with a team that has your back

Responsibilities:

• Adhere to clinical policies procedures and protocols
• Perform oral healthcare and risk assessments
• Performs preventative and therapeutic proceduresProvide patient education
• Assist other dental professionals in communicating patient care
• Ensure proper patient record and documentation
• Interact with patients in a positive professional manner
• Perform other related job duties as assigned

Skills & Qualifications:

• Dental hygiene degree
• Active state license
• Patient-first mindset

When you join 42 North Dental, you will be part of a team that always has your back and trusts your expertise.

Hourly Rate: $45 USD - $50 USD

Disclosures

42NDC values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

42NDC is an equal-opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, genetic information, including family medical history, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.