Registered Dental Hygienist

@ Dunning Family Dental
Dunning Family Dentaldunningfamilydental.com

Registered Dental Hygienist

Rotterdam Junction, NY
Posted 3 days ago

About the job

Dunning Family Dental and Tamara Dunlap DDS are friendly practices in Johnstown, NY. We seek a compassionate, patient-focused Dental Hygienist to deliver quality care, educate patients, and support our team in a warm, collaborative environment.

Requirements

  • Valid NY Dental Hygienist license
  • Current CPR/BLS certification

Qualifications

  • Experience in dental setting
  • Familiarity with Dentrix
  • Knowledge of periodontal therapy
  • Ability to administer anesthesia
  • Patient education skills

Full job description

WE'RE HIRING

Dental Hygienist (RDH)

Part Time or Full Time | We have Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays available | Dunning Family Dental & Tamara Dunlap DDS

Start Date ASAP

We have two practices sharing one address and both are looking for a Dental Hygienist for either a part-time or full-time schedule. Our two practices run individually but share a building!

Dunning Family Dental

For over 45 years, Dunning Family Dental has been a trusted name in Johnstown, NY, proudly serving families throughout Fulton and Montgomery Counties since 1979. Led by Dr. Anthony D’Addio and Dr. Steven Bauman, we’re built on honest, conservative dentistry — real relationships, clear communication, and care you can trust. We recently relocated to a beautiful new home at 310 Jansen Avenue, and we couldn’t be more excited about what’s next!

Tamara Dunlap, DDS

Right next door in the very same building, Dr. Tamara Dunlap has been a familiar, trusted face in Johnstown dentistry for well over a decade. A graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Dentistry and a member of the ADA, New York State Dental Association, and Fourth District Dental Society, Dr. Dunlap has built her practice on the same kind of warmth and word-of-mouth trust that keeps patients coming back — and referring their whole family. Patients consistently describe her office as friendly, professional, and genuinely comfortable, praising a team that takes the time to listen, explains every step clearly, and has a knack for solving problems other offices couldn’t. It’s hands-on general dentistry — cleanings, fillings, and everything in between — delivered with a personal touch.

We’re a close-knit, experienced crew who genuinely loves what we do and we take care of our patients like family. What we’re missing is YOU — a bubbly, upbeat hygienist with a gift for connecting with people! If you love educating patients, building trust chairside, and bringing warmth and energy into every room you walk into, you’ll fit right in beautifully.

Position Summary

We’re on the hunt for a licensed, compassionate Dental Hygienist who’s ready to make every patient’s visit shine! You’ll deliver top-notch preventive care, become the go-to educator our patients trust for all things oral health, and team up with our doctors to deliver outstanding clinical care. The ideal candidate is patient-focused, detail-oriented, a natural people-person, and brings a personality that lights up the whole operatory.

What You'll Do

• Deliver fantastic dental cleanings — prophylaxis, scaling, and root planning — with skill and a smile

• Conduct periodontal assessments and charting

• Capture and interpret dental radiographs (X-rays), right by the book

• Administer preventive treatments like fluoride and sealants

• Spot early signs of oral disease and loop in the dentist right away

• Educate and empower patients on oral hygiene and preventive care

• Walk patients through their treatment plans and reinforce the dentist’s recommendations

• Send patients home with clear, friendly post-treatment instructions

• Keep patient records accurate, organized, and up to date

• Champion OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control protocols

• Sterilize instruments and keep the operatory sparkling

• Team up with the crew to keep patient flow smooth and efficient

Qualifications

Required:

• Valid Dental Hygienist license in New York State

• Current CPR/BLS certification

Preferred:

• Previous experience in a dental or clinical setting

• Familiarity with Dentrix

• Experience with periodontal therapy and patient education programs

• Ability to administer local anesthesia

Skills & Competencies

• A bubbly, upbeat personality with top-notch interpersonal and communication skills

• Sharp attention to detail and clinical precision

• A compassionate, patient-centered approach to care

• Confidence working independently and as part of a close-knit team

• Great time management and organizational skills

Schedule & Pay

Employment Type: Part Time or Full Time

Schedule: Tuesdays 8:30 AM–4:30 PM, Wednesdays 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Thursdays 8:30 AM–4:30 PM & Fridays 8:00 AM–3:00 PM (break only)

Compensation: $45.00–$50.00 per hour, depending on experience

Enjoy the best of both worlds: meaningful, hands-on patient care two to four days a week, plus the freedom to enjoy a long weekend with Mondays off — all within a supportive, collaborative practice that feels like family.

Ready to bring your energy to our team? Apply today — we can’t wait to meet you!

Dunning Family Dental • 310 Jansen Ave, Johnstown, NY 12095

Tamara Dunlap, DDS • 310 Jansen Ave, Johnstown, NY 12095

Compensation:

  • $45-$50/hour

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