Registered Dental Hygienist - Single Column Schedule

The Smilist; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 73,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Paid time off

Parental leave

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

The Smilist in Rahway, NJ is seeking a Dental Hygienist to join a patient-centered practice that emphasizes compassionate care and clinical excellence. This role offers a strong support team, modern technology, and a structured schedule designed for quality patient care.

You'll provide preventive and periodontal services, educate patients to support oral health, and build lasting relationships with diverse patients while collaborating with dentists and hygiene staff in a high-standard clinical

Qualifications

• Current or soon-to-be licensed New Jersey Dental Hygienist.
• Strong clinical and patient-education skills.
• Gentle, compassionate, patient-first approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Values clinical excellence and meaningful patient relationships.
• Enjoy dedicated team support while engaging in patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide preventive and periodontal care based on each patient’s needs.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and deliver high-quality treatment.
• Educate patients on their oral health and help them feel confident in their care.
• Build trusting, long-term relationships with patients.
• Collaborate closely with dentists, hygiene assistants, and other team members.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Contribute to a positive, respectful, patient-focused practice environment.

Skills

Clinical skills

Patient education

Communication

Teamwork

Compassionate care

Education

NJ Dental Hygienist license

Tools

Digital records

Dental imaging

Job description

Pay: $53.00 - $55.00 per hour

Job Description

Dental Hygienist - Rahway, NJ

Single-Column Schedule | $5,000 Welcome Bonus* | $53-$55/Hour + Monthly Bonuses

At our Rahway practice, patient care comes first and our hygienists are valued as trusted clinical partners.

We believe the best hygiene experience is one where patients feel heard, comfortable, and confident in their care. Our hygienists have the clinical autonomy, modern technology, and team support they need to provide high-quality care while building meaningful, lasting relationships with their patients.

What You’ll Experience Here

• Reliable weekly schedule with no last-minute cuts or overbooking
• $53-$55/hour plus performance-based monthly bonuses
• Single-column scheduling designed to support quality patient care
• Organized workflows that help keep your day running smoothly
• Modern technology, including digital records and imaging
• A supportive, collaborative team that values communication and respect
• Dedicated support so you can stay focused on your patients and clinical care

What You’ll Do

• Provide preventive and periodontal care based on each patient’s individual clinical needs
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and deliver high-quality treatment
• Educate patients on their oral health and help them feel confident in their care
• Build trusting, long-term relationships with patients
• Collaborate closely with dentists, hygiene assistants, and other clinical team members
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Contribute to a positive, respectful, and patient-focused practice environment

What We’re Looking For

• Current or soon-to-be licensed New Jersey Dental Hygienist
• Strong clinical and patient-education skills
• A gentle, compassionate, and patient-first approach
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A dependable professional who values clinical excellence and meaningful patient relationships
• Someone who appreciates having dedicated team support while remaining confident and engaged in patient care

Ready to Find a Practice Where You Can Thrive?

If you’re looking for a practice where you can provide meaningful patient care, feel supported by your team, and make every visit count, we’d love to connect with you.

• $5,000 welcome bonus available to qualified hygienists.

All inquiries are kept strictly confidential

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Equal Opportunity Employer

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