Registered Dental Hygienist (Part-Time, Periodontics)
Location: Stamford, CT
Position Type: Part-Time
Schedule:
Monday: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Thursday: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Additional days may be available at nearby locations for candidates seeking more hours
Compensation
- Hourly Rate: $45–$50/hour
- Annualized Compensation: Approximately $37,440 – $41,600/year (based on 2-day schedule; additional earning potential with expanded hours)
Position Summary
We are seeking a skilled and patient-focused Dental Hygienist to join a specialty periodontal practice committed to delivering high-quality, concierge-level care. This part-time role offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative clinical environment with one-hour recall appointments, with a strong emphasis on periodontal therapy, patient education, and clinical excellence.
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 Stamford, CT, this vibrant coastal city offers a dynamic mix of urban amenities, waterfront living, and convenient access to New York City.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver exceptional, patient-centered care with a strong emphasis on education and trust-building
- Perform periodontal maintenance, scaling and root planing, and other hygiene procedures 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 periodontist and clinical team to ensure optimal patient outcomes
- Respond appropriately to any medical or dental emergencies during treatment
- Educate patients on periodontal health, oral hygiene techniques, and ongoing preventative care
Qualifications
- Active Registered Dental Hygienist license in the state of Connecticut
- Current CPR/BLS certification
- Strong clinical knowledge of hygiene procedures, patient screening, and documentation
- Excellent communication skills and a patient-first mindset
- Prior periodontal experience strongly preferred
- 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 (prorated for part-time)
- 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