Dental Hygienist - Comprehensive Health & Wellness

Help us change the way dentistry is practiced.

At Great Smiles of Elizabeth, we believe dentistry is about far more than teeth.

Every day we help patients breathe better, sleep better, smile with confidence, and improve their overall health. We care for entire families—often across multiple generations—and we believe the relationships we build are just as important as the dentistry we provide.

If you're looking for a practice where you can grow professionally, make a meaningful impact, and truly become part of patients' lives, we'd love to meet you.

About Us
We are a well-established, privately owned practice that has served our community for decades. Many of our patients have trusted us with their families for generations.

Our philosophy is simple:
Treat the whole person—not just the mouth.

Our team believes in comprehensive care that connects oral health with overall health, including:
Preventive dentistry
Oral-systemic health
Airway and sleep screening
Family-centered care
Patient education
Long-term relationships
We are constantly learning and growing, and we love bringing team members along on that journey.

What Makes This Different
This is not a "clean teeth as quickly as possible and then see the next patient" office.

Our hygienists are trusted healthcare professionals who help patients understand their health, identify risks, build relationships, and become advocates for comprehensive care.

You'll have the opportunity to learn about:
Airway-focused dentistry
Dental sleep medicine
Oral-systemic health
Cosmetic dentistry
Comprehensive treatment planning
Advanced communication and patient education
If you enjoy learning, you'll fit right in.

Who You Are
You are someone who:
Loves building long-term relationships with patients
Enjoys treating both children and adults
Is naturally curious and loves learning
Wants to practice at the highest level of dental hygiene
Communicates confidently and compassionately
Enjoys being part of a collaborative team
Believes every patient deserves individualized care
Wants a career—not just another job
Bilingual Spanish/English or English/Tagalog
Experience with airway or sleep dentistry is not required. We are happy to train the right person.

Our Culture
We're serious about patient care—but we don't take ourselves too seriously.

You'll find a team that laughs together, supports one another, celebrates wins, and genuinely enjoys coming to work. Around here, someone is usually bringing in food, sharing stories, or celebrating a patient's milestone. Our office feels more like a family than a workplace, and many of our patients tell us they feel the same way.

We value kindness, accountability, continuous learning, and treating every patient with the same care we'd want for our own families.

Position Details
Part-Time Tuesday and Thursday
Additional optional day of Wednesday is available at our Watchung office, but not necessary
Competitive compensation based on experience
Continuing education opportunities
Supportive, team-oriented environment
Opportunity for professional growth and expanded responsibilities
We'd Love to Meet You If...

You're the kind of hygienist who leaves work thinking:
"I am proud to have taken care of a patient today and not just their teeth."
If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear your story.

Please send us your resume along with a few sentences telling us:
Why did you become a dental hygienist, and what are you looking for in your next practice?

We care far more about finding the right person than simply filling a position.

Pay: From $58.50 per hour
Benefits:
Employee discount
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Language:
Spanish (Preferred)
Tagalog (Preferred)
Portuguese (Preferred)
License/Certification:
RDH (Required)
Work Location: In person