Dental Hygienist ( Pediatric Experience Preferred )
Listed compensation
$58-$65/hr
The week · per this posting · Monday – Wednesday
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Job Description
- Now Hiring: Part Time Dental Hygienist: Mondays-Wednesdays
- Location: Catskill, NY
- Pay: $58-$65/hour (Based on Experience)
- Schedule: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Flexible Days
- Join a kid-friendly practice that makes dentistry fun and meaningful!
About Us
Pediatric Dentistry of Catskill is a warm, welcoming dental home for children and families in Catskill, NY. We're currently seeking a compassionate, skilled, and energetic Dental Hygienist to join our team Part-time. If you enjoy working with kids and want to make a lasting impact on their oral health, this is the opportunity for you!
Pay & Benefits
- Hourly Rate: $58-$65/hour (commensurate with experience)
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance, FSA, and HSA Options
- Employee Discounts
- Referral Bonus Program
- Supportive, Positive Team Culture
Work Schedule: Part-Time (3 days/week) or
- 3 days/ week Mondays-Wednesdays
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (some flexibility available)
- Occasional travel to our other offices (within a reasonable distance) may be requested
Key Responsibilities
- Perform routine cleanings, fluoride treatments, and apply sealants
- Conduct oral health assessments and screenings
- Educate children and families on proper oral hygiene and preventive care
- Accurately record patient medical and dental histories
- Maintain a clean, safe, and kid-friendly clinical environment
- Collaborate with dentists, assistants, and front office staff
- Provide occasional front desk support as needed
What We're Looking For
- Associate's Degree in Dental Hygiene (Required)
- Valid NYS Dental Hygienist License (Required)
- Pediatric dental experience preferred
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
- Excellent communication and patient rapport skills
- Team-oriented with a cheerful, professional attitude
Why You'll Love Working Here
At Pediatric Dentistry of Catskill, we do more than clean teeth-we build confidence, trust, and lifelong healthy habits. You'll be joining a caring, collaborative team that truly enjoys working with children and supporting one another.
Whether you're an experienced hygienist or looking to specialize in pediatric care, this is a place where your talents and heart will be valued.
Ready to Join Our Team?
Apply today to help create happy, healthy smiles-one child at a time.
Requirements
An associate degree in dental hygiene and a valid New York State dental hygienist license are required. Pediatric dental experience and CPR certification are preferred, along with strong communication and patient rapport skills and a cheerful, team-oriented attitude.
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Pediatrics Career Context
The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$128k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $119k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.8 / 10 · top 25% in dental hygienist | ranked against 2,151 Dental Hygienist listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $121k–$135k | Dental Hygienist median $54k (middle half $50k–$109k)14 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$119k in purchasing power | New York index 107.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Pediatrics listings in New York | 39 active | —live on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| All dental hygienist listings in New York | 280 active | 5,914 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | New York healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 25% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 6% offer loan repayment280 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Pediatrics listings | 1,138 in the last 30 days | 768 the 30 days before (+48%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Dental Hygienist ( Pediatric Experience Preferred ) at PDS Management Services a 6.8 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Dental Hygienist — ranked against 2,151 active Dental Hygienist listings on WeekdayDoc.
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$58-$63/hrWork-life snapshot
Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,151 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.
Benefits & Perks
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Living in Catskill
- Typical market rent
- $1,600/mo
- Residents’ average commute
- 26 min
- State income tax
- Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.