Registered Dental Hygienist

The Smile Lodge; Town of Clifton Park (NY); On-site; USD 68,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Multi-location shift bonus

Annual merit reviews

PTO

Job summary

The Smile Lodge Pediatric Dentistry - Clifton Park is seeking a Dental Hygienist (RDH) to join a mission-driven team serving 70,000+ active families in the Capital Region. You’ll provide preventive care for kids and work within a pod system with assistants, hygienists, and doctors.

We offer a fast-paced yet supportive environment, a competitive hourly rate of $49–$53 based on experience and nitrous certificate, and perks like multi-location bonuses, annual merit reviews, and PTO.

Qualifications

• Must hold NY RDH license.
• Passion for pediatric care; training provided.
• Team-oriented and collaborative.

Responsibilities

• Provide preventive care for pediatric patients.
• Work within a pod system alongside assistants, hygienists, and doctors.
• Utilize modern facilities and technology.

Skills

Team player

Pediatric care passion

Kids-friendly

Education

New York RDH license

Job description

Overview

WHY THE SMILE LODGE

We’re not just another dental practice. We’re a mission-driven team serving 70,000+ active families in the Capital Region, with a special commitment to underserved populations. Our 4.9-star rating across 6,000+ reviews is because of hygienists like you who make magic happen every single day.

Fast-paced but not frantic. Busy but supported. Professional but fun.

COMPENSATION

$49–$53 / hour based on experience and nitrous certificate

• Multi-location shift bonus - earn extra when you pick up at a second location
• Annual merit reviews - your growth is recognized and rewarded

YOUR SCHEDULE

• 3 or 4-day schedules (full 10-hour days)
• Pick up extra shifts when YOU want
• PTO, you’re actually encouraged to use

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Current RDH license in New York
• Passion for pediatric care (we’ll train you on our systems!)
• Team player who thrives in collaboration
• Someone who genuinely enjoys working with kids

WHAT YOUR DAY LOOKS LIKE

You’ll provide preventive care for amazing kids while being fully supported by our pod system. Each pod works as a tight team - assistants, hygienists, and doctors collaborating seamlessly. Our top-of-license model means you focus on what you do best while our stellar support team handles everything else.

WHAT MAKES WORK BETTER

• Modern facilities with the latest technology
• Efficient systems that actually work
• A team that has your back
• Leadership that listens and implements changes
• Regular team appreciation and real recognition

“I like the three full days - it’s the schedule I wanted, and nothing’s changed since going full-time. The compensation structure finally makes sense now that they’ve explained it properly. Being able to pick up shifts at different locations for extra bonuses is a game-changer.” - Savannah, RDH, at our East Greenbush location