Hygienist
About The Position
Family Dental Care of Rocky Hill is hiring a Registered Dental Hygienist for its long-standing family practice in Rocky Hill, Connecticut. The office describes itself as supportive, collaborative, community-rooted, and patient-centered, with a modern, fully digital environment equipped with iTero digital scanning technology and Overjet AI-assisted radiograph review. This is a full-time position scheduled Monday through Thursday, 7:45 a.m. to 5 p.m. The stated pay range is $50.00–$55.00 per hour, with pay varying based on experience, credentials, and availability. Competitive health benefits are offered at 30 hours per week, subject to eligibility and change. The practice also mentions continuing education opportunities, production-based incentives when applicable, and pathways for growth.
Requirements
- Associate degree or advanced degree in Dental Hygiene.
- Active Connecticut dental hygiene license.
- Commitment to patient-centered care and a collaborative mindset.
Nice To Haves
- Dental hygiene experience is preferred, but candidates at any career stage are welcome.
Responsibilities
- Conduct patient screening procedures, including oral health assessments, reviewing health history, oral cancer screening, head and neck inspection, dental charting, and measuring blood pressure and pulse.
- Remove calculus and plaque from all tooth surfaces.
- Apply preventive materials to teeth, including sealants and fluorides.
- Teach patients effective oral hygiene strategies, including brushing, flossing, and nutrition counseling.
- Counsel patients on the importance of good nutrition to oral health.
- Take impressions of patients’ teeth for study casts.
- Collaborate with the clinical team to ensure consistent, high-quality care.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation.
- Instrument replacement program.
- Free monthly continuing education opportunities throughout the year.
- Competitive health benefits offered at 30 hours per week, subject to eligibility and change.
- Matching 401(k) retirement plan.
- Paid vacation.
- Paid holidays.
- Life insurance.
- Disability insurance.
- Production-based incentives when applicable.
- Pathways for growth within the practice.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
