Dental Hygienist

Dental365•Garden City, NY

7d•$50 - $55•Onsite

About The Position

Dental365 is hiring a Dental Hygienist for its Esposito Dental practice in Garden City, New York. The role provides patient-centered dental hygiene care in a modern, safety-conscious practice. Hygienists have one-hour appointments for new patients and recall visits and are supported by the Hygiene Executive Committee and a team culture focused on health over sales, without production quotas. The scheduled hours are Wednesday 10:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m., Thursday 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m., Friday 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., and Saturday 8:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. The stated salary range is $50–$55 per hour. Benefits availability varies by employment status; the posting states that all benefits are available to full-time employees working 30 or more hours weekly, with some benefits also available to part-time employees.

Requirements

Active Registered Dental Hygienist license.
Current CPR (BLS) certification.
Working knowledge of comprehensive dentistry, including dental hygiene procedures, patient screening, and detailed documentation.
Any additional certification or license required by the state to perform specified duties.

Responsibilities

Provide concierge-level care with exceptional chairside manner and build trust with patients.
Promote oral health by identifying signs of periodontal disease or potential oral cancers.
Document and review patient medical histories and chief complaints.
Take X-rays and intraoral images to support treatment planning and document progress or changes.
Perform oral hygiene procedures in accordance with treatment plans prescribed by the attending dentist.
Respond proficiently to emergencies and sudden adverse developments during patient treatment.
Provide instructions for at-home care and oral health maintenance.