Dental Hygienist | Manhattan, NY

Job Description

Job Description

Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) 

Compensation: $60 - $65
Schedule: Full Time - 5 days per week, May include Saturdays based on individual office schedule
Location: Manhattan, NY
Practice Model: Single Column 60 minute regular recall prophy
Patient Mix: PPO / FFS 
Benefits Eligibility: Employees regularly scheduled to work full time will eligible for benefits. 

About the Role 

United Dental Corporation is seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) to join our growing team in the vibrant West Long Island area. 

We are looking for a hygienist who is passionate about patient education, preventive care, and delivering an exceptional patient experience. 

Our New York Practices:

Our New York dental practices are part of the United Dental Corporation network, with opportunities across National Dental and Smile Central Park Periodontics.

• National Dental
  National Dental offers modern practices across New York City and Long Island, providing comprehensive dental care in established communities with experienced clinical teams.
• Smile Central Park Periodontics
  Smile Central Park Periodontics is a modern Manhattan periodontal practice focused on specialized periodontal care in a professional, patient-centered environment.

This region includes openings at:

• National Dental Upper East Side
• National Dental Chelsea
• Smile Central Park Periodontics

What You'll Do 

• Perform dental prophylaxis and periodontal maintenance 

• Conduct periodontal charting and assessments 

• Take diagnostic radiographs 

• Deliver patient education and oral hygiene instruction 

• Identify and communicate treatment needs to patients and providers 

• Maintain accurate clinical documentation 

• Support comprehensive patient care through collaboration with dentists and team members 

• Promote preventive dentistry and long-term oral health 

Requirements

• Active Dental Hygiene License in New York

• Local Anesthesia Certification (if applicable by state) 

• Current CPR/BLS Certification 

• Strong communication and patient education skills 

• Commitment to quality patient care 

• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment 

Preferred 

• Laser Certification 

• Experience with assisted hygiene models 

• Experience in PPO, Fee-for-Service, and/or Medicaid environments 

• Experience with periodontal therapy 

• Experience with patient education and treatment acceptance 

• Bilingual skills 

Benefits

Employees who have full-time schedules may be eligible for: 

• Medical Insurance 

• Dental Insurance 

• Vision Insurance 

• 401(k) with 4% Employer Match 

• Paid Holidays 

• Paid Time Off (PTO) 

• Continuing Education Support 

Insurance benefits begin the 1st of the month following 60 days of employment. Paid holidays become available after 90 days of employment. Benefits eligibility and waiting periods may apply. 

Professional Development 

We believe in supporting the continued growth of our hygiene team. 

Eligible hygienists may have access to: 

• Continuing Education (CE) Support 

• Professional Membership Reimbursement 

• Clinical Development Opportunities 

• Mentorship and Career Growth Opportunities 

• Training on New Technology and Treatment Modalities 

Professional development benefits may vary based on position, location, and eligibility requirements. 

Why Join United Dental Corporation? 

• Established Patient Bases 

• Clinical Autonomy 

• Modern Technology 

• Strong Clinical Support Teams 

• Opportunities for Advanced Procedures 

• Continuing Education Support 

• Long-Term Career Growth 

• Multi-State Practice Network 

Apply Today 

We are actively interviewing qualified hygienists and look forward to learning more about your experience and career goals. 

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