Registered Dental Hygienist

Join Our Mission: Help 70,000+ FamiliesBecause every child deserves to smile - and you deserve to be valued every single day.Why The Smile Lodge Hits DifferentWe're not just another dental practice. We're a mission-driven team serving 70,000+ active families in the Capital Region, with a special commitment to underserved populations. Our 4.9-star rating across 6,000+ reviews? That's because of hygienists like you who make magic happen daily.Let's Talk Money (Transparently)Base Pay: $49-$53/hour based on experiencePerformance Bonuses - Stack these up:+$2/hour when you average 2 cleanings per half hour (monthly)+$2/hour for your entire week when you pick up an extra shift+$2/hour when you help at our other locationsOvertime: Four-day team members earn time and half on their fifth day (yes, up to $88.50/hour!).Real talk: A hygienist working their regular schedule and hitting performance goals consistently earns $55-57/hour. Pick up occasional extra shifts? Even more!Flexibility That Actually Works For YOU!Choose what fits your life4-day schedules (full 10-hour days)No late evenings - home for dinner every nightGenerous PTO that you're encouraged to usePick up extra shifts when YOU want (not when we demand it)What Your Day Looks LikeYou'll provide preventive care for amazing kids while being fully supported by our pod system. Each pod works as a tight team - assistants, hygienists, and doctors collaborating seamlessly. Our top-of-license model means you focus on what you do best while our stellar support team handles everything else.The vibe? Fast-paced but not frantic. Busy but supported. Professional but fun.What We're Looking ForCurrent RDH license in New YorkPassion for pediatric care (we'll train you on our systems!)Team player who thrives in collaborationSomeone who genuinely enjoys working with kidsBonus PointsNitrous certification (extra $1/hour to your base!)Experience with special needs patientsBilingual abilitiesThe Stuff That Makes Work BetterModern facilities with all the latest techEfficient systems that actually workA team that has your backLeadership that listens and implements changesRegular team appreciation (not just pizza - real recognition)Here's What Our Team Says'I like the three full days - it's the schedule I wanted and nothing's changed since going full-time. The compensation structure finally makes sense now that they've explained it properly. Being able to pick up shifts at different locations for extra bonuses is a game-changer.' - Savannah, RDH at our East Greenbush locationReady to Join a Team That Values You?We're expanding and looking for hygienists who want to be part of something special. No corporate nonsense, no production pressure that compromises care - just great pediatric dentistry with a team that feels like family.INDHRDH02

Created: 2026-02-19