Periodontal Hygienist

Heartland; Village of Blasdell (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health Benefits

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Health Savings Plan

Short Term Disability

Accident Insurance

Employee Referral Bonuses

Leadership Programs

Professional Development

Job summary

WNY Dental Group is seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist to join a high-level clinical team. You will provide periodontal therapy and maintenance, educate patients, and collaborate with the periodontist and implant surgeon to ensure continuity of care.

The role emphasizes prevention, comprehensive patient education, and a commitment to ongoing clinical growth within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of dental hygiene experience.
• Current RDH license in NY.
• Strong interest in periodontal therapy and maintenance.
• Excellent communication and patient education skills.
• Team-oriented with collaborative approach.
• Comfort with digital charting and radiographs.
• Willingness to continue clinical learning and growth.
• Desire to deliver preventive-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive periodontal therapy and maintenance.
• Collaborate with periodontist and implant surgeon for continuity of care.
• Educate patients on periodontal surgery, dental implants, and tooth replacement options.
• Provide pre- and post-operative education and home-care instructions.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and follow Clinical Protocols.
• Deliver a collaborative, patient-centered experience.

Skills

Dental hygiene experience

Local anesthesia license

Periodontal therapy

Periodontal assessment

Communication

Lifelong learning

Patient education

Skill development

Preventive care

RDH license (state)

Digital charting

X-rays

Team player

Job description

We Give Hygienists Time Enough to Care. We are seeking to add a skilled and motivated Registered Dental Hygienist to join Dr Violante and his team. This role is ideal for a hygienist who enjoys practicing at a high clinical level, values patient education, and is confident supporting both nonsurgical and surgical treatment pathways. Schedule Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM We believe in supporting our team members with:

• Continuing Education & Group Learning Events
• Paid Training
• Team events and celebrations
• 401(k)
• Health Benefits, Dental, Vision, and paid Life Insurance- For Full Time
• Optional Health Savings Plan, Short Term Disability, Accident Insurance, and more- For Full Time
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Leadership and Professional Development Programs
• Community Service Events & Activities
• Guaranteed Hourly Rate Plus opportunity for a Monthly Bonus

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive periodontal therapy and maintenance.
• Collaborate closely with the periodontist and implant surgeon to ensure continuity of care.
• Educate patients on periodontal surgery, dental implants, and tooth replacement options.
• Provide pre- and post-operative education and home-care instructions.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and follow WNY Dental Group’s Clinical Protocols.
• Deliver a collaborative, patient-centered experience.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of dental hygiene experience
• Local anesthesia license
• Strong interest and experience in periodontal therapy and maintenance
• Confident in periodontal assessment, patient education, and treatment recommendations
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Motivated to continue learning and growing clinically
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to educate patients
• An interest in growing and developing skills
• A desire to embrace preventative centered care
• A current state license to practice dental hygiene (RDH)
• Comfortable using digital charting and x-rays
• Enthusiastic Team Player

We can't wait to meet you!