Dental Hygienist
About The Position
American Dental Center is hiring a full-time, patient-focused Dental Hygienist for its clinical team in Union, New Jersey. The role focuses on providing clinical dental hygiene care, patient education, preventive care, and a positive patient experience in a collaborative clinical environment. Compensation is $50–$56 per hour or a 33% production bonus, whichever is greater, with annual merit increases of up to 3%. The listed schedule is Monday and Tuesday, 9 AM–5 PM; Wednesday and Thursday, 10 AM–7 PM; and one to two Saturdays per month, 8 AM–2 PM. The position includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability insurance; virtual healthcare and mental health resources; supplemental accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage; and an Employee Assistance Program. Other offerings include a 401(k) with company match, HSA contributions for eligible plans, continuing education and professional development support, and access to modern dental technology.
Requirements
- Associate or bachelor's degree in Dental Hygiene.
- Active state license as a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH).
- Local anesthesia certification and CPR/First Aid certification, if applicable.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Detail-oriented, with a commitment to patient care and comfort.
- Provide exceptional clinical care and patient education, build genuine patient relationships, and work collaboratively as part of a team.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine dental cleanings and oral health assessments.
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and preventive care.
- Assist dentists with examinations and treatments, and take dental X-rays.
- Maintain accurate patient records, ensure compliance with industry regulations, and adhere to sterilization protocols.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Life and disability insurance.
- Virtual healthcare and mental health resources.
- Supplemental accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Pet insurance and pet care discounts.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions for eligible plans.
- Identity theft protection.
- Prescription savings programs.
- Student loan and financial wellness support through Candidly®.
- Continuing education opportunities.
- Professional development support.
- Modern dental technology.
- Annual merit increases of up to 3%.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
