Dental Hygienist

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

A few of the perks that make this role a great fit:

• 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 planning
• 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
• 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

• $65 to $70 per 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!