<p>Overview</p> <p>Full-Time Dental Hygienist</p> <p>Mondovi Dental - Jewett City, CT</p> <p>Looking for more than "just another hygiene job"? At Mondovi Dental in Jewett City, CT, you'll find a team that truly values your clinical expertise, your voice, and your impact on patients' lives. This is a place where relationships matter, quality care comes first, and hygienists are empowered to practice at the top of their license - without pressure or burnout.</p> <p>Supported by Smile Brands, we offer the heart of a close-knit private practice with the stability, technology, and growth opportunities of a trusted organization. If you want a role where your skills are respected, your schedule is supported, and your work feels meaningful again - this is it.</p> <p>Why You'll Love Working Here:</p> <p>We know great hygienists are in demand - and we're ready to invest in you.</p> <p>Practice the Way You Were Trained</p> <p>Enjoy autonomy, adequate appointment times, modern technology, and a patient-first philosophy that prioritizes prevention and education - not rushed schedules.</p> <p>Supportive, Collaborative Team</p> <p>Work alongside providers and teammates who respect hygiene, value teamwork, and genuinely enjoy coming to work.</p> <p>Growth Without Pressure</p> <p>Access company-paid CE, mentorship, and tools to expand your skills - whether you want to grow clinically, professionally, or both.</p> <p>A Culture That Truly Cares</p> <p>Kindness, respect, and trust aren't buzzwords here - they're how we operate every day.</p> <p>Schedule (days/hours)</p> <p>Thursday 1p-5pm, Fridays 8a-5pm</p> <p>Responsibilities</p> <p>What You'll Do</p> <ul> <li>Deliver high-quality standard of care through preventive treatments, diagnostics, and evidence-based protocols. </li><li>Educate and motivate patients toward better oral and overall health. </li><li>Collaborate with dentists and hygiene teammates to co-diagnose and personalize treatment. </li><li>Create a welcoming, judgement-free environment for every patient. </li><li>Stay current with new technologies and instruments that advance care. </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>Who We're Looking For</p> <ul> <li>A licensed dental hygienist who is passionate about patient care, education, and practicing at the top of their scope to improve oral health outcomes. </li><li>Either an active state hygiene license or eligibility to become licensed (new grads are welcome!) </li><li>A current CPR certification </li></ul> <p>Compensation</p> <p>$48-52/hr</p> <p>About Us</p> <p>Benefits are determined by employment status/hours worked and include paid time off ("PTO"), health, dental, vision, health savings account, telemedicine, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability insurance, employee discount programs, pet insurance, and a 401k plan. As a dental hygienist, you'll also enjoy complimentary CEs and access to other internal training opportunities to support your growth.</p> <p>Smile Brands supports over 650 affiliated dental practices across 28 states all focused on a single mission of delivering Smiles For Everyone! Smiles for patients, providers, employees, and community partners. Everyone. Our growing portfolio of affiliated dental brands and practice models range from large regional brands to uniquely branded local practices. This role is associated with the affiliated dental office listed at the top of the job posting on our career site.</p> <p>Smile Brands Inc. and all Affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), protected hair style and texture (The CROWN Act), genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. If you would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at careers@smilebrands.com.</p>