Dental Hygienist
Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent | Direct Hire | On-Site
Schedule: 4-Day Work Week | Monday – Thursday | 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM (40 hours/week; daily 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM lunch break)
Position Summary
A premier, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Auburn, NY is seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) to join its expanding community dental practice.
Operating out of a brand-new, modern health center equipped with state-of-the-art clinical tools and technology, you will deliver high-quality preventative and therapeutic dental care to a diverse patient population. The facility prioritizes provider satisfaction by purchasing the specific instruments and product lines you prefer for patient care, while offering a structured 4-day workweek (Fridays through Sundays off) with predictable 45-minute hygiene appointments.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver comprehensive oral hygiene treatments, adult and pediatric prophylaxes, periodontal scaling and root planing, fluoride applications, and dental sealants.
- Conduct thorough oral screenings, periodontal probing, and intraoral assessments; capture diagnostic digital X-rays and document findings accurately.
- Educate patients on customized oral hygiene techniques, post-treatment care, and nutritional habits to promote long-term oral health.
- Efficiently manage a structured patient load scheduled every 45 minutes, ensuring punctual care delivery while maintaining patient comfort.
- Maintain strict sterilization and infection control standards, adhering to OSHA, CDC, and HIPAA regulations.
- Work closely with staff dentists, dental assistants, and administrative teams using electronic dental software (Dentrix/Medent) to manage care records and follow-up care schedules.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Active and unrestricted Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license and Dental License in the State of New York required.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification required; Infection Control certification preferred.
- 1+ years of hands-on experience using Dentrix or MEDENT practice management software highly preferred.
- Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills with a warm, patient-centered clinical approach.
- High organizational ability, strong ethical standards, and meticulous recordkeeping capabilities.
Comprehensive Employee Benefits & Perks
- NHSC-approved clinical site providing eligibility for federal Loan Repayment Programs.
- Employer-sponsored 401(k) retirement plan with 100% match up to 4% of employee contributions.
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage (eligible the 1st of the month following hire), Health Savings Account (HSA), and Life Insurance.
- Generous accrued PTO bank plus 9 Observed Holidays and 2 Floating Holidays annually.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and company-provided clinical tooling choices.
Compensation Note
- Salary Scale: The posted annual salary range represents base pay for a standard 40-hour workweek. Final salary placement within this range is determined by clinical experience, software background, and overall qualifications.
If you're excited about the potential of this role, we’d love to hear from you!