Dental Hygienist

Company: 1st Advantage Dental
Location: Clifton Park
Posted on: February 23, 2026

Job Description:

Dental Hygienist – 1st Advantage Dental (Clifton Park, NY) Hiring Immediately! Supportive Team • Long-Standing Patients • Modern Tech 1st Advantage Dental in Clifton Park, NY is growing and hiring a Dental Hygienist right away ! If you’re looking for a practice with respectful leadership, a supportive team culture, and patients who feel like family , this is the perfect opportunity for you. Join a team that values clinical excellence, work–life balance, and a consistent schedule with strong hygiene demand. Why You’ll Love Working Here Supportive, respectful, team?first culture Long-standing, loyal patient base Modern technology & efficient systems Consistent scheduling (no chaotic days!) High hygiene demand = predictable days Collaborative, positive environment Room to grow and advance your hygiene career Schedule Monday–Wednesday: 7:00am – 5:00pm (30?minute lunch) Thursday: 7:00am – 4:00pm (30?minute lunch) Enjoy a stable 4?day workweek with early hours = more of your evening free! What We Offer Full benefits package Bonus opportunities Free Continuing Education (CEs) Career growth and development Strong systems and support A practice that values your time and expertise Who We’re Looking For A compassionate, motivated hygienist who: Provides excellent, patient?centered care Works well in a supportive, respectful team Enjoys building long-term patient relationships Values time management and consistent workflows Wants to grow in a positive, modern dental practice We’re Hiring Right Away! Come join a practice where your skills are appreciated, your growth is supported, and your work truly makes a difference. 1st Advantage Dental - Clifton Park has a motivating team with emphasis placed on maintaining a strong team and a positive working environment. You’ll work in an environment that encourages full clinical autonomy, giving your patients the time and attention they need, with the ability to tap into a hygiene mentor program. As a Dental Hygienist , you’ll be recognized as an elite clinical provider and patient advocate. You’ll be an integral member of the patient care team, giving your patients the time and care they need, deserve and desire. With best-in-class support through our robust Hygiene mentor program and unparalleled educational offerings to enhance your clinical skills – you’ll be 100% supported as you provide exceptional lifetime care to your patients! What You’ll Gain Competitive benefits including health insurance and retirement savings plans, six paid holidays and PTO (paid time off) Continuing education to provide you opportunity to develop your full potential and enhance your clinical skills to provide education and care to your patients. Access to an expansive network of mentors with 1:1 hygiene mentorship support and networking opportunities available at your fingertips . Unparalleled business support and the highest quality supplies and labs to deliver exceptional patient care . Opportunity to be a part of a secure company with 20 years of industry leading experience that provides a stable career with unlimited growth potential Minimum Qualifications Current dental hygienist license in New York and an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene (where required) Excellent working knowledge of dentistry, dental hygiene procedures, dental patient screening and medical history documentation CPR Certification Preferred Experience Experience using Velscope, Diagnodent, digital scanner, digital x-rays and electronic medical record systems Desire to continue learning and grow clinical skills to meet needs of patients and provide preventative care and overall maintenance of patients’ dental health Clinical needs as required by office Physical Requirements Ability to perform essential duties as deemed necessary by the Office/ Doctor/ Heartland Dental with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position Prolonged periods sitting and standing Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds at times Availability to attend virtual training sessions (or in-person) periodically throughout the year As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for both team members and patients, a tuberculosis (TB) test is required for all new hires in dental office positions. This is a standard requirement for dental office roles and must be completed prior to starting employment. The test will be arranged during the pre-employment process, and any necessary guidance or paperwork will be provided. Not applicable in the state of FL & TN. Who is Heartland Dental? Heartland Dental is the nation's largest dental support organization, providing non-clinical administrative support services to more than 3,000 supported doctors across 39 states and the District of Columbia in over 1,800 dental offices. Each Heartland Dental supported office is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Supported doctors are the leaders of their practice and retain clinical autonomy. All Heartland Dental supported doctors are united by a common goal: delivering the highest quality dental care and experiences to the communities they serve. At Heartland Dental, we’re committed to living our core values which promote diversity and inclusion. We provide all employees and applicants for employment the protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment.

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