Registered Dental Hygienist
Job Description
Pediatric Dental Hygienist
Looking for a hygienist for Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, the hours are 8:30-3:30
_*(Only _Tues _and _Thursday _also an _option _if *_interested)
About Us
*Pediatric dental practice in Newtown *
*Fee for Service, with a genuine focus on each child and family relationships
The Role
*We are looking for a kind, energetic Registered Dental Hygienist who loves working with children to join our growing pediatric team. You will deliver gentle preventive care, educate kids and parents, and help every young patient have a calm, positive visit — all in an unhurried setting focused on quality care. *
New graduates who are eager to learn are welcome; will mentor.
What We Offer
- $47–$65 per hour, depending on experience
- Unhurried, fee-for-service schedule — real time with each child, no production-mill pressure
- Mentorship and professional development in pediatric, minimally invasive, and airway-conscious dentistry
- Clear path from part-time to full-time as we grow
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off and paid holidays (after one year of employment)
- Free or discounted dental care for you and your family
- Paid continuing education and licensing/renewal fee reimbursement
- Uniform / scrub allowance
- Flexible scheduling and a supportive, family-first team culture
Your Responsibilities
- Perform gentle prophylaxis, scaling, polishing, and sealants for pediatric patients
- Conduct oral health assessments and review histories with the doctor
- Educate children and parents on brushing, home care, diet, and nutrition in an age-appropriate way
- Use positive behavioral guidance to keep visits calm and reassuring
- Capture dental radiographs following proper safety protocols
- Partner with the doctor on minimally invasive and airway-conscious care
- Maintain accurate charting and documentation (HIPAA) and uphold infection-control standards (OSHA)
What We’re Looking For
- Active Pennsylvania dental hygiene license (RDH)
- A warm, patient personality that puts children and parents at ease (pediatric experience a plus)
- Radiography certification; current CPR / Basic Life Support
- Comfort with dental software and digital radiography (we will train on our systems: Oryx)
- Strong communication and a genuine, team-first attitude
- Pennsylvania child-protection clearances — Child Abuse Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check, and FBI background check (required to work with children)
Pay & Schedule
Pay: $47–$65 per hour, depending on experience
*Tuesday *Wednesday and Thursday 8:30-3:30. Potential for more hours!
Location: In person — Newtown, PA area
How to Apply
Send your resume and a short note about why a holistic, kid-focused practice appeals to you. We’d love to meet you!
Pay: $47.00 - $65.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Work Location: In person
Benefits
Background check • Patient comfort • CPR Certification • Medical chart preparation • Child abuse clearance • Dental diagnosis • Health education for children • Dental office • Part-time • Dental care patient counseling • BLS Certification • Paid holidays • Working with pediatric populations • HIPAA • Care documentation • 401(k) • Preventive health (patient care) • Chairside coronal polishing • Patient history taking • Experience working with children • Paid time off • Children • Dental x-ray • Uniform allowance • Fee for service • Dental equipment • Healthcare infection prevention and control compliance expertise • Patient interaction • Health status assessment • 401(k) matching • In-person • Employee discount • Nutrition education • Pediatric dentistry • Safety standard operating procedures • Professional development assistance • Registered Dental Hygienist • Radiology • Dental sealant application • Polishing • Communication skills • Flexible schedule • Entry level • Positive guidance disciplinary approach
Job Details
- Job Type
- Part Time
- Salary
- 47 - 65 USD hourly (94,000 - 130,000 USD annually)
- Median for Dental Hygienist in PA: $90k/yr
- Specialty
- Dental Hygienist
- Posted
- October 3, 2026
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