Dental Hygienist (Part-time)

Westchester Gentle Dentistry; Village of Port Chester (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dental practice, Westchester Gentle Dentistry, is seeking a dedicated Dental Hygienist to join their team. The ideal candidate should have a compassionate approach towards patients and be highly motivated to deliver quality dental care. Opportunities for both part-time and full-time roles are available, offering autonomy and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a dental hygienist.
• Certification in dental hygiene required.
• Experience with digital X-rays is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct full mouth examinations.
• Perform dental hygiene procedures including scaling and root planning.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Bilingual (Spanish & English)

Education

Associate degree

Registered Dental Hygienist Certification

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

We are looking for a Dental Hygienist to join our growing team at Westchester Gentle Dentistry in Port Chester, NY. The ideal candidate would be a highly motivated team player and caring individual who is dedicated to providing quality dental care to patients and treats them like family.

We trust our hygienists and give them the autonomy to see patients without feeling rushed! We normally reserve 90 minutes for new-patient hygiene visits, and 60 minutes for existing recall patients.

Duties and Responsibilities Include:

• Conducting full mouth examinations.
• Taking x-rays.
• Performing dental hygiene procedures, including prophylaxis, periodontal maintenance, scaling and root planning, and fluoride.
• Charting dental and periodontal conditions.
• Educating patients on how to practice good oral hygiene.

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a dental hygienist.
• Dental hygienist certification.
• Experience using Dentrix.
• Experience taking digital X-rays.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Bilingual (Spanish & English) is a plus.

Our Mission:

At Westchester Gentle Dentistry, our mission is to deliver exceptional dental care by combining advanced technology, expertise, and a compassionate approach. We are committed to fostering a safe and comfortable environment where our patients feel at ease while achieving their oral health goals. Our dedication to exceed expectations drives us to continually evolve and enhance our services, empowering our patients to experience the best in dental care and a lifetime of confident, radiant smiles.

About Us:

We have been proudly serving Westchester County for more than 25 years. At our state-of-the-art office, we offer general dentistry, as well as cosmetic and restorative dentistry services, including laser therapy, teeth whitening, Invisalign, and implants, using the latest dental procedures and technology. We are located in Port Chester, at the border between Rye Brook and Rye.

Job Type:

• Part-time
• Full-time (Preferred)

Pay:

• $65.00 - $70.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Registered Dental Hygienist Certification (Required)

Work Location:

• In-person