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Registered Dental Hygienist

Carmel Dental Associates • Full-time • Wingdale, NY, United States, NY, United States • 1d ago

Dental Hygienist (RDH)

Now Hiring at Carmel Dental Associates!

Practice: Carmel Dental Associates

Location: Carmel, NY

Employment Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday & Tuesday 10:00 AM–7:00 PM | Wednesday Closed | Thursday & Friday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

About Our Practice

Carmel Dental Associates has proudly served the Carmel, NY community since 1988! Led by Dr. George Parlitsis, DDS, we're passionate about delivering top-quality, state-of-the-art dental care in a warm, welcoming environment — and our patients notice. With 1,263+ five-star reviews and a 99.8% patient referral rate, our reputation is built on genuinely great care and an even better team.

Position Summary

We're on the hunt for a licensed, compassionate Dental Hygienist ready to make a real difference in our patients' lives! You'll provide top-notch preventive dental care, educate patients on oral health, and work side-by-side with Dr. Parlitsis to deliver outstanding clinical care. If you're patient-focused, detail-oriented, and passionate about oral health, we want to meet you.

Why You'll Love It Here

Full-time stability with a consistent Monday–Friday schedule — no weekends!
Join an established, community-trusted practice with decades of history
Work alongside a friendly, supportive, and collaborative team

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Duties

Perform dental cleanings, including prophylaxis, scaling, and root planing
Conduct periodontal assessments and charting
Take and interpret dental radiographs (X-rays) in compliance with regulations
Administer preventive treatments such as fluoride and sealants
Identify signs of oral disease and communicate findings to the dentist

Patient Education

Educate patients on oral hygiene techniques and preventive care
Discuss treatment plans and reinforce the dentist’s recommendations
Provide post-treatment care instructions

Clinical Support & Compliance

Maintain accurate and thorough patient records
Follow OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control protocols
Sterilize and maintain instruments and operatory cleanliness
Collaborate with the dental team to ensure efficient patient flow

Qualifications

Required

Valid Dental Hygienist (RDH) license in the state of New York
Current CPR/BLS certification
Ability to administer local anesthesia (as permitted under New York state law)

Preferred

Previous experience in a dental or clinical setting
Familiarity with Dentrix or similar dental practice management software
Experience with periodontal therapy and patient education programs

Skills & Competencies

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Strong attention to detail and clinical precision
Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Time management and organizational skills

Work Environment & Schedule

Dental office clinical setting
Full-time position (Monday & Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Wednesday: Closed; Thursday & Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
Prolonged standing and use of fine motor skills required

Compensation & Benefits

$57.00 to $60.00 an hour depending on experience
Health insurance, dental benefits, retirement plan, PTO, sick pay
Supportive and collaborative work environment

Ready to Join Our Team?

We can't wait to meet you — apply today!

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, 401k, PTO

Compensation:

$57-$60/hour

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