Registered Dental Hygienist (Full-Time)
Location: Tinton Falls, NJ
Position Type: Full-Time
Schedule:
Monday: 8:00am – 6:00pm
Tuesday: OFF
Wednesday: 8:00am – 4:00pm
Thursday: 9:00am – 7:00pm
Friday: 9:00am – 3:00pm
One Saturday per month: 8:00am – 2:00pm (September–June only)
Potential flexibility for part-time coverage on Wednesday, Friday, and one Saturday per month
Compensation
- Hourly Rate: $50–$54/hour
- Annualized Compensation: Approximately $104,000 – $112,320/year (based on full-time schedule)
Position Summary
We are seeking a skilled and patient-focused Dental Hygienist to join a modern, well-established practice committed to delivering high-quality, concierge-level care. This role offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative clinical environment with one-hour recall appointments, allowing you to provide thorough, comprehensive care while building strong relationships with your patients.
You will be supported by a highly engaged clinical team and have access to ongoing professional development, including participation in a Hygiene Executive Committee that helps guide clinical excellence and growth.
Located in Tinton Falls, NJ, this community offers a desirable blend of suburban living with close proximity to the Jersey Shore, as well as convenient access to major highways for commuting.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver exceptional, patient-centered care with a strong emphasis on education and trust-building
- Perform comprehensive dental cleanings and periodontal therapies in alignment with doctor treatment plans
- Identify signs of periodontal disease, oral pathology, and overall oral health concerns
- Take and interpret radiographs and intraoral images
- Accurately document patient medical histories, conditions, and treatment notes
- Collaborate closely with the dentist and clinical team to ensure optimal patient outcomes
- Respond appropriately to any medical or dental emergencies during treatment
- Educate patients on oral hygiene techniques and ongoing preventative care
Qualifications
- Active Registered Dental Hygienist license in the state of New Jersey
- Current CPR/BLS certification
- Strong clinical knowledge of hygiene procedures, patient screening, and documentation
- Excellent communication skills and a patient-first mindset
- Any additional certification or license required by the state to perform assigned duties
Benefits
- Competitive hourly compensation with quarterly bonus opportunities
- Flexible health and vision insurance plan options
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Generous PTO: up to 3 weeks accrued plus an annual personal “you” day
- Hygiene Executive Committee participation for leadership and growth
- In-house dental program with discounted services for employees and immediate family
- Annual scrub allowance
- Additional perks and fringe benefits
Full benefits available for employees working 30+ hours per week; some benefits may be available to part-time employees as well