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Dental Hygienist | National Dental | Chelsea Manhattan, NY

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Pay as listed: $60-$65/hr · New York, New York · pays above the median of 38 Dental Hygienist listings (77th percentile).

Listed compensation

$60-$65/hr

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Job Description

  • Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)
  • Compensation: $60 - $65
  • Schedule: Full Time - 5 days per week
  • Location: National Dental Chelsea 241 W 30th St, New York, NY 10001
  • Practice Model: Single Column 60 minute regular recall prophy
  • Patient Mix: PPO / FFS
  • Benefits Eligibility: Employees regularly scheduled to work full time will eligible for benefits.

Dental Hygienist | National Dental Chelsea

National Dental Upper East Side is part of United Dental Corporation (UDC), a growing dental partnership organization that supports established practices while allowing them to maintain their local identity and patient-focused approach. As a member of the National Dental team, you’ll have the feel and relationships of an established local practice with the additional resources, benefits, and support of a larger dental organization.

We are seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist to join our Chelsea practice. We’re looking for a patient-focused hygienist who values quality care, strong clinical standards, and the ability to build lasting relationships with patients.

Our hygiene team works with a single-column schedule with 60-minute recall and prophy appointments, allowing our hygienists the time needed to provide thorough, individualized care.

  • What You’ll Do
  • Provide comprehensive preventive dental care, including prophylaxis and periodontal therapy
  • Perform periodontal charting and oral health assessments
  • Take digital radiographs as needed
  • Educate patients on oral hygiene, periodontal health, and recommended treatment
  • Identify areas of concern and communicate findings with the treating dentist
  • Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
  • Follow established infection-control and clinical protocols
  • Work collaboratively with dentists, dental assistants, and the front-office team
  • Create a comfortable, positive experience for patients
  • Active Dental Hygiene License in New York
  • Local Anesthesia Certification (if applicable by state)
  • Current CPR/BLS Certification
  • Strong communication and patient education skills
  • Commitment to quality patient care
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
  • Preferred
  • Laser Certification
  • Experience with assisted hygiene models
  • Experience in PPO, Fee-for-Service, and/or Medicaid environments
  • Experience with periodontal therapy
  • Experience with patient education and treatment acceptance
  • Bilingual skills
  • Employees who have full-time schedules may be eligible for:
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with 4% Employer Match
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

Continuing Education Support

Insurance benefits begin the 1st of the month following 60 days of employment. Paid holidays become available after 90 days of employment. Benefits eligibility and waiting periods may apply.

Professional Development

We believe in supporting the continued growth of our hygiene team.

Eligible Hygienists May Have Access To

  • Continuing Education (CE) Support
  • Professional Membership Reimbursement
  • Clinical Development Opportunities
  • Mentorship and Career Growth Opportunities

Training on New Technology and Treatment Modalities

Professional development benefits may vary based on position, location, and eligibility requirements.

Why Join United Dental Corporation?

  • Established Patient Bases
  • Clinical Autonomy
  • Modern Technology
  • Strong Clinical Support Teams
  • Opportunities for Advanced Procedures
  • Continuing Education Support
  • Long-Term Career Growth

Multi-State Practice Network

We are actively interviewing qualified hygienists and look forward to learning more about your experience and career goals.

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Key Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive preventive dental care, including prophylaxis, periodontal therapy, and patient education. Perform clinical assessments, take digital radiographs, and maintain accurate documentation while collaborating with the dental team.

Requirements

Requires an active Dental Hygiene License in New York and current CPR/BLS certification. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and a commitment to quality patient care.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Dental Hygiene Career Context

The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$130k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $120k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 25% have no call, 73% require no weekends.

Top Dental Hygienist Jobs

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Salary Distribution31 jobs · 25 employers

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<$110k
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$110k-125k
6
$125k-140k
1
$146k
2
$156k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks26 jobs · 25 employers

401k / retirement match
92% this job
CME allowance
50% this job
Sign-on bonus
46%
Loan repayment
12%
Relocation assistance
8%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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$65-$75/hr
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$65-$70/hr
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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 1.5
Better work-life than 20% of Dental Hygienist listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,151 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in New York

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$876k
Typical market rent
$4,154/mo
Residents’ average commute
40 min
State income tax
Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) with 4% Employer Match
Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Continuing Education Support
Professional Membership Reimbursement