Dental Hygienist
Listed compensation
$52-$54/hr
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Job Description
Location: Adirondack Dental Group-Clifton Park
Registered Dental Hygienist– Adirondack Dental Group (Clifton Park, NY)
Salary Range:$52.00 To $54.00 Hourly
Up to $2,500 sign-on bonus offered, commensurate with experience
At Adirondack Dental Group, we believe exceptional patient care starts with an exceptional team experience. That’s why we focus on creating a supportive, collaborative environment where hygienists are respected, trusted, and set up for success from day one.
We’re a long-standing family practice in Clifton Park, NY, known for building trust with generations of patients, and for delivering advanced care in a modern, comfortable setting. As an office using the newest technology such as, Overjet (AI-assisted radiograph review), assisted Periodontal charting, we focus on best-in-class patient care.
Schedule: Full-time or Part-time schedule available
The pay range for this role varies based on experience, credentials, and availability. In addition to competitive compensation, our team members enjoy continuing education opportunities, production-based incentives (when applicable), and clear pathways for growth within the practice.
Why You’ll Love It Here
- Competitive compensation
- Team-first culture in a respected, community-rooted office
- Support and mentorship from clinical experts starting day one
- Instrument replacement program
- Free, monthly CE opportunities throughout the year
- Access to a self-administered study club
- Opportunities for advancement
- Monthly bonus incentive program
- 401(k), PTO, paid holidays, and uniform allowance*
- Health, dental, vision insurance
*Benefits are subject to change and eligibility*
What You’ll Do
Conduct patient screening procedures, such as oral health assessments, reviewing health history, oral cancer screening, head and neck inspection, dental charting, etc.
- Remove calculus and plaque from all tooth surfaces
- Apply preventive materials to the teeth, including sealants and fluorides
- Teach patients effective oral hygiene strategies (brushing, flossing, etc.)
- Counsel patients on the importance of good nutrition to oral health
- Collaborate with the clinical team to ensure consistent, high-quality care
- Perform other duties as needed
What You’ll Need
- Associate or advanced degree in Dental Hygiene
- Active New York dental hygiene license, in good standing
- Commitment to patient-centered care and a collaborative mindset
- Experience preferred, but we welcome the right candidate at any stage of their career
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FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability status or other legally protected status.
We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.
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Key Responsibilities
The dental hygienist will conduct patient screenings, perform cleanings, and apply preventive materials like sealants and fluorides. They will also educate patients on oral hygiene strategies and collaborate with the clinical team to provide high-quality care.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an associate or advanced degree in Dental Hygiene and possess an active New York dental hygiene license. A commitment to patient-centered care and a collaborative mindset is required.
Key Skills
Dental Hygiene Career Context
Of the 40 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 33% have no call, 70% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$110k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $102k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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