Dental Hygienist

About Our Practice

Carmel Dental Associates has proudly served the Carmel, NY community since 1988! Led by Dr. George Parlitsis, DDS, we're passionate about delivering top-quality, state-of-the-art dental care in a warm, welcoming environment — and our patients notice. With 1,263+ five-star reviews and a 99.8% patient referral rate, our reputation is built on genuinely great care and an even better team.

Position Summary

We're on the hunt for a licensed, compassionate Dental Hygienist ready to make a real difference in our patients' lives! You'll provide top-notch preventive dental care, educate patients on oral health, and work side-by-side with Dr. Parlitsis to deliver outstanding clinical care. If you're patient-focused, detail-oriented, and passionate about oral health, we want to meet you.

Why You'll Love It Here

💙 A few of the perks that make this role a great fit:

✓ Full-time stability with a consistent Monday–Friday schedule — no weekends!

✓ Join an established, community-trusted practice with decades of history

✓ Work alongside a friendly, supportive, and collaborative team

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Duties

✓ Perform dental cleanings, including prophylaxis, scaling, and root planning

✓ Conduct periodontal assessments and charting

✓ Take and interpret dental radiographs (X-rays) in compliance with regulations

✓ Administer preventive treatments such as fluoride and sealants

✓ Identify signs of oral disease and communicate findings to the dentist

Patient Education

✓ Educate patients on oral hygiene techniques and preventive care

✓ Discuss treatment plans and reinforce the dentist’s recommendations

✓ Provide post-treatment care instructions

Clinical Support & Compliance

✓ Maintain accurate and thorough patient records

✓ Follow OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control protocols

✓ Sterilize and maintain instruments and operatory cleanliness

✓ Collaborate with the dental team to ensure efficient patient flow

Qualifications

Required

✓ Valid Dental Hygienist (RDH) license in the state of New York

✓ Current CPR/BLS certification

✓ Ability to administer local anesthesia (as permitted under New York state law)

Preferred

✓ Previous experience in a dental or clinical setting

✓ Experience with periodontal therapy and patient education programs

Skills & Competencies

✓ Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

✓ Strong attention to detail and clinical precision

✓ Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care

✓ Ability to work independently and as part of a team

✓ Time management and organizational skills

Work Environment & Schedule

✓ Dental office clinical setting

✓ Full-time position (Monday & Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Wednesday: Closed; Thursday & Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM)

✓ Prolonged standing and use of fine motor skills required

Compensation & Benefits

✓ $65 to $70 per hour; depending on experience

✓ Health insurance, dental benefits, retirement plan, PTO, sick pay

✓ Supportive and collaborative work environment

Ready to Join Our Team?

We can't wait to meet you — apply today!