Hygienist

Archway Dental Partners·Waterbury, Connecticut

$60 - $60/hrFull Time Part Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 28 days ago

Hygienist · $60 - $60/hr

About the role

The dental hygienist will perform clinical procedures such as dental prophylaxis, scaling, root planing, and the application of fluoride and sealants. They are also responsible for patient education, oral cancer screenings, and maintaining accurate patient records and equipment sterilization.

Description At Waterbury Dental Care, our mission is to provide quality dental and personal care to all our patients in a relaxed and comfortable environment in which patients feel welcomed, accepted, secure, and confident in the care that they are receiving. We believe that satisfying all of our patients' needs is our most important goal. We employ dentists in the specialties of general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, endodontics, periodontics, oral surgery and prosthodontics. Our network of high-standard professionals provides exceptional care to our patients throughout Connecticut!

Currently, we are looking for a full-time Dental Hygienist to join our family. Candidate should have a strong work-ethic and be a team player. Recent graduates are welcomed!

Specific job responsibilities include but are not limited to

Perform dental hygiene services and procedures, including dental prophylaxis, scaling and root planing, application of fluoride and sealants Detect disease by completing oral cancer screening; feeling and visually examining gums, using probes to locate periodontal disease and to assess levels of recession Selection of materials and equipment for dental hygiene visit by evaluating patient’s oral health Educate patients by giving oral hygiene and plaque control instructions and postoperative instructions Document dental hygiene services by recording vital signs, medical and dental histories, and charting in patient charts Sterilization of equipment Take x-rays as necessary and as recommended by the ADA

Benefits

401(k) 401(k) matching Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan

Requirements

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Proven ability to follow outlined policies and guidelines Possess a professional and positive attitude Associate’s degree from an accredited dental hygiene program Valid license to practice in Connecticut (Registered Dental Hygienist, RDH) Available to work within current office hours, specific shifts to be determined: Waterbury Dental Care Location Hours: Monday - 8AM - 6PM Wednesday - 9AM - 6PM Thursday - 9AM - 6PM Friday - 9AM - 5PM

Preferred Qualities: Dental office experience Dentrix Ascend software experience

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time, Part Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $60 - $60/hr
Location: Waterbury, Connecticut
Posted: Aug 20, 2026
Application: Employer website

Connecticut dental hygiene roles stay competitive

Dental hygiene roles in Connecticut are typically driven by steady patient demand in private practices, group practices, and community settings. These positions are competitive because employers usually look for a current Connecticut RDH license, an accredited associate’s degree, and strong communication and professionalism. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your license status and tailor your application to patient-care experience and teamwork.