Periodontal Hygienist

Western New York Dental GroupNew York City, New YorkOn-siteFull-timeMid level, 2–5 yearsListed 3 hours ago

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About this role

Overview

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

Qualifications

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!

Responsibilities

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.