Registered Dental Hygienist

Cosmetic & General Dentistry of New City; New City (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading dental practice in New City is seeking an outgoing Registered Dental Hygienist to join their dynamic team. The role involves patient screenings, preventive care, and educating patients on oral hygiene. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to quality patient care. Experience is preferred, but the practice is open to training the right candidate.

Benefits

PTO, paid holidays, office closure days

Uniform allowance, as needed

401(k) Eligibility

Qualifications

• Experience preferred but open to no experience for the right candidate.
• Strong commitment to patient care and quality work.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient screening procedures and oral health assessments.
• Remove calculus and plaque from teeth surfaces.
• Teach patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Commitment to patient care

Education

Associate or advanced degree in Dental Hygiene

State certification/license

Job description

Cosmetic & General Dentistry of New City proudly champions a patient-centric approach, fostering exceptional patient experiences, top-notch employee and dentist retention, and remarkable practice growth. You will thrive in an efficient office environment alongside an exceptional, well-trained, highly motivated dental team where you can expand your knowledge and career. We welcome you to join us if you are drawn to working in a clinically-focused, patient-centric, fully digital dental office. Apply today and be part of our exciting journey!

Schedule

Monday 9-5

Overview

We are looking for an outgoing Registered Dental Hygienist with strong interpersonal skills to join our fast-paced dental office. Experience is preferred and a current dental hygienist license is required. Our modern, fully digital practices provide restorative care, fixed and removable prosthodontics, endodontics, extractions, and implant restorations.

Duties/Responsibilities

1. Patient screening procedures, such as assessment of oral health conditions, reviewing health history, oral cancer screening, head and neck inspection, dental charting, and taking blood pressure and pulse.
2. Removing calculus and plaque (hard and soft deposits) from all surfaces of the teeth.
3. Applying preventive materials to the teeth (e.g., sealants and fluorides).
4. Teaching patients' appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing, and nutritional counseling).
5. Counseling patients about good nutrition and its impact on oral health.
6. Making impressions of patients' teeth for study casts used by dentists to evaluate treatment needs.
7. Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

Possess a strong commitment to patient care, patient health, and quality work.

Education and Experience

Associate or advanced degree in Dental Hygiene. State certification/license as required. One year or more of relevant experience preferred but open to no experience for the right candidate.

Benefits for Part-Time Employees*

• PTO, paid holidays, office closure days
• Uniform allowance, as needed
• 401(k) Eligibility
• And many more!

*Benefits are subject to change and eligibility*

Our Mission & Values

Drive All Decisions and Actions: “To Make Our Teams, Patients, and Practices Happier and Healthier!”

• Positive Energy – We are enthusiastic, empathetic, compassionate, optimistic, generous, kind, and passionate.
• Partnership – Work collaboratively to achieve shared goals. We accomplish more together than as individuals. We are better together.
• Communication – Set clear expectations and provide feedback to patients and team members.
• Growth – We strive to continuously improve and are goal-oriented. We grow always in all ways.