CT Registered Dental Hygienist
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Dental Hygienist to join our team in New Haven, CT. This is a full-time position offering a consistent weekly schedule and the opportunity to work in a supportive, patient-focused environment.
Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
One Saturday per month 9 am to 2 pm
Position Overview: As a Dental Hygienist, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality preventive dental care and supporting overall patient oral health. The ideal candidate is professional, detail-oriented, and committed to providing an excellent patient experience.
Responsibilities:
- Perform dental cleanings, prophylaxis, and periodontal maintenance
- Take and review dental x-rays as needed
- Educate patients on oral hygiene and preventive care practices
- Assist the dentist during examinations and procedures when required
- Maintain accurate and detailed patient records
- Follow all clinical, safety, and infection control protocols
- Ensure a comfortable and positive patient experience
Qualifications:
- Active Dental Hygienist license (CT required)
- Strong clinical and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
- Professional, reliable, and patient-focused approach
How to Apply: Please email your resume for consideration. Include your desired salary, as well as your availability (days and hours).
Pay: $45.00 - $60.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
License/Certification:
- Registered Dental Hygienist (Required)
Work Location: In person
Benefits
Chairside assisting • Patient comfort • Dental office • Dental care patient counseling • Medical procedure assistance • Email • Patient safety measures implementation • Full-time • Periodontal maintenance • Preventive health (patient care) • Paid time off • Dental x-ray • US work authorization • Health record tracking • Healthcare infection prevention and control compliance expertise • Patient interaction • In-person • Employee discount • Patient education • Managing patient records • Registered Dental Hygienist • Communication skills • Flexible schedule • Life insurance • Entry level
Job Details
- Job Type
- Full-time
- Salary
- 45 - 60 USD hourly (90,000 - 120,000 USD annually)
- Median for Dental Hygienist in CT: $110k/yr
- Specialty
- Dental Hygienist
- Posted
- July 24, 2026
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