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Dental Hygienist - PT Part-Time

Dental 8.0 Work-LifeNo weekendsNo nightsPart-Time

Listed compensation

$83K–$94K /yr

The week · per this postingWeekdays only

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Transform Lives One Smile at a Time - Join Avon Dental Group as a Dental Hygienist!

At Avon Dental Group, we’ve proudly served generations of families in Avon, CT, and surrounding communities for over 40 years. Our modern, state-of-the-art practice combines compassionate care with cutting-edge dental technology to provide the highest standard of oral health services. From preventive care to advanced cosmetic and restorative treatments, we’re dedicated to making every patient’s dental experience comfortable, personalized, and extraordinary.

We’re seeking a motivated and passionate Dental Hygienist to join our exceptional team on a part-time basis. Whether you’re an experienced professional or a new graduate, you’ll find a supportive environment where you can grow, thrive, and make a real difference in patients’ lives. Ready to join a practice that feels like family and puts your career on the fast track? Apply today!

Why Choose Avon Dental Group?

  • Competitive Compensation: $40-45/hour + monthly incentive bonus
  • Paid Sick Time
  • Clear Growth Path: Opportunities for mentorship, professional development, and career advancement
  • Flexible Schedules: Enjoy a supportive work environment with 1-hour lunch breaks (1–2 PM) and extended hours to accommodate work-life balance
  • Consistent Schedule: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 8am-5pm, no late nights or weekends
  • Continuing Education: Access to continuing education and seminars to refine your skills and grow your expertise
  • Modern & Convenient Facility: On-site parking, 14 operatories and the latest digital imaging technologies

Your Role as a Dental Hygienist

  • Welcome patients with warmth and ensure they feel comfortable and cared for throughout their visit
  • Prepare and set up treatment rooms for hygiene procedures
  • Update patients' health history and educate them on proper oral hygiene techniques
  • Perform scaling, root planing, fluoride treatments, and other preventive care.
  • Identify periodontal and restorative needs and communicate them effectively with the dentist
  • Capture and interpret digital x-rays
  • Conduct head, neck, and oral cancer screenings
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and OSHA-compliant environment
  • Schedule follow-up appointments and ensure seamless patient experiences

What We’re Looking For

  • Education: Associate degree or higher from an ADA-accredited dental hygiene program
  • Licenses: Valid CT hygiene license and CPR certification
  • Experience: 1+ years of dental experience preferred, but new graduates are warmly welcomed!
  • Skills: Strong communication, organizational abilities, and a commitment to delivering outstanding patient care
  • Certifications: Certification in anesthesia (preferred)

Ready to Transform Smiles? Join our Avon Dental Group team and experience the difference of working in a practice that prioritizes your growth, well-being, and professional success. Apply today and take the next step in your rewarding career as a Dental Hygienist!

Avon Dental Group is a proud affiliate of Affinity Dental Management, an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.

We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, or genetic information or other characteristics protected by law.

All candidates' employment is contingent on successful completion of a background check, reference check, and employment verification.

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Key Responsibilities

The Dental Hygienist will perform preventive care procedures such as scaling, root planing, and fluoride treatments while educating patients on oral health. They are also responsible for capturing digital x-rays, conducting screenings, and maintaining an organized, OSHA-compliant treatment environment.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an associate degree or higher from an ADA-accredited dental hygiene program and possess a valid CT hygiene license and CPR certification. While 1+ years of experience is preferred, new graduates are encouraged to apply.

Key Skills

Patient educationOSHA compliance

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Dental Hygienist - PT Part-Time at Affinity Dental Management a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Dental Hygiene — ranked against 1,814 active Dental Hygiene listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

Dental Hygiene Career Context

Of the 50 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 38% have no call, 74% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Connecticut is 103.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$40k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $39k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Connecticut clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks38 jobs · 30 employers

401k / retirement match
84%
CME allowance
68% this job
Sign-on bonus
55%
Loan repayment
13%
Relocation assistance
8%

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 8.0
Among the best 10% of Dental Hygiene listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,814 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
  • No nights

Living in Avon

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$501k≈ 12.5× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,843/mo≈ 85% of gross pay
State income tax
Up to 7%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026).

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Affinity Dental Management

Hospitals and Health Care
Holyoke, Massachusetts
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Paid Sick Time
Clear Growth Path: mentorship, professional development, career advancement
Flexible Schedules: supportive work environment with 1-hour lunch breaks
Continuing Education: access to continuing education and seminars
Modern & Convenient Facility: on-site parking, 14 operatories, latest digital imaging