Hygienist

Guardian Dentistry; Rocky Hill (CT); On-site; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health benefits at 30 hours per week

Matching 401K retirement Plan

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Life & Disability Insurance

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

Family Dental Care of Rocky Hill in Rocky Hill, CT is seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist to join our long-standing, patient-centered practice. This full-time position offers a competitive hourly wage and a modern, digital office equipped with iTero and Overjet.

You’ll conduct screenings, charting, remove calculus, apply sealants and fluoride, counsel on oral health, and collaborate with our clinical team to deliver high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Associate or Advanced degree in Dental Hygiene.
• Active CT dental hygiene license.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient screenings and dental charting.
• Remove calculus and plaque from all tooth surfaces.
• Apply sealants and fluoride; educate on oral hygiene.
• Collaborate with the clinical team to ensure high-quality care.

Skills

Patient screening

Dental charting

Nutrition counseling

Oral health assessment

Education

Associate or Advanced degree in Dental Hygiene

Tools

iTero

Overjet

Job description

Hygienist# Careers## HygienistApply: Rocky Hill, CT: Part time: Posted Yesterday: JR103742**Location:**Family Dental Care of Rocky Hill**Registered Dental Hygienist – Family Dental Care (Rocky Hill, CT)** Where support, technology, and patient-centered care come together.Salary Range: $50.00 - $55.00 HourlyAt **Family Dental Care of Rocky Hill****,** **we believe exceptional patient care starts with an exceptional team experience**. That’s why we focus on creating a supportive, collaborative environment where hygienists are respected, trusted, and set up for success from day one.We’re a long-standing family practice in Rocky Hill, CT, known for building trust with generations of patients, and for delivering advanced care in a modern, comfortable setting. As a fully digital office equipped with **iTero**(digital scanning technology), **Overjet**(AI-assisted radiograph review). **Schedule: Full-time, Monday - Thursday 7:45am-5pm****Why You’ll Love It Here**: * Competitive compensation* Team-first culture in a respected, community-rooted office* Instrument replacement program* Free, monthly CE opportunities throughout the year* Office accepts PPO & Fee for service Insurances.* Competitive health benefits offered at 30 hours per week.* Matching 401K retirement Plan* Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays* Life & Disability Insurance\\*Benefits are subject to change and eligibility\\* **What You’ll Do:** * Conduct patient screening procedures, such as oral health assessments, reviewing health history, oral cancer screening, head and neck inspection, dental charting, and taking blood pressure and pulse* Remove calculus and plaque from all tooth surfaces* Apply preventive materials to the teeth, including sealants and fluorides* Teach patients effective oral hygiene strategies (brushing, flossing, nutrition counseling)* Counsel patients on the importance of good nutrition to oral health* Take impressions of patients’ teeth for study casts* Collaborate with the clinical team to ensure consistent, high-quality care* Perform other duties as assigned**What You’ll Need:*** Associate or advanced degree in Dental Hygiene* Active CT dental hygiene license* Commitment to patient-centered care and a collaborative mindset* Experience preferred, but we welcome the right candidate at any stage of their career**Let’s Connect.**If you’re looking for a place where your work is valued, your growth is supported, and your patients feel the difference—you’ll feel right at home at **Family Dental Care of Rocky Hill**. *The pay range for this role varies based on experience, credentials, and availability. In addition to competitive compensation, our team members enjoy continuing education opportunities, production-based incentives (when applicable), and clear pathways for growth within the practice.***#Hygiene24** **FLSA Status:**Non-ExemptWe are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability status or other legally protected status. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.Completion of this form is voluntary and will only be used to report on candidate demographics. Nothing contained in this form will be accessible or used in hiring or other employment decisions. Information provided will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file for reporting purposes only.