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Accelerate Dental
Taylorsville, Utah

Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)

Dental HygienistPart-Time

Listed compensation

$46-$50/hr

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Job Description

Location: Taylorsville, Utah | 2 Days a Week | $46–$50/Hour

Looking for a dental hygiene position where you can focus on patient care without feeling rushed? We have a great opportunity for a Registered Dental Hygienist to join a welcoming, patient-focused dental team in Taylorsville, Utah.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hygienist who values quality over quantity, enjoys building relationships with patients, and wants a flexible schedule with room to balance work and life outside the office.

With a single-column schedule, 60-minute hygiene appointments, and approximately six patients per day, you'll have the time to provide thoughtful, comprehensive care and help patients take an active role in their oral health.

Newer hygienists and experienced professionals are encouraged to apply!

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

  • Competitive Pay: $46–$50 per hour, based on experience.
  • Guaranteed Daily Minimum: Enjoy added peace of mind with a guaranteed daily minimum.
  • Flexible Schedule: Work Mondays and Thursdays, with flexibility to discuss starting later or finishing earlier.
  • Part-Time Hours: Approximately 14 hours per week, ideal for someone seeking a flexible schedule.
  • Single-Column Hygiene: Focus on one patient at a time rather than juggling multiple columns.
  • 60-Minute Appointments: Spend meaningful time with patients and provide thorough care.
  • Manageable Patient Load: Approximately six patients per day.
  • Modern Office & Technology: Work in an updated practice environment with modern equipment.

Comprehensive Hygiene Services: Be part of a practice offering advanced hygiene services and a broader approach to oral health.

Great Team Culture: Join a collaborative team that values communication, curiosity, and excellent patient care.

Schedule: Mondays and Thursdays

  • Standard schedule: 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
  • Approximately 14 hours per week
  • Flexible start and end times may be available by discussion

This schedule is ideal for a hygienist who wants consistent clinical days while keeping additional time available for family, personal commitments, or other professional interests.

Compensation & Benefits

  • $46–$50 per hour, based on experience.
  • Guaranteed daily minimum pay.
  • Dental benefits.
  • Paid time off (PTO).
  • 401(k) with employer match.
  • Continuing education credits.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Bonus opportunities and incentives.
  • Training and team lunches.

What You'll Do

As a Registered Dental Hygienist, you'll play an important role in helping patients maintain healthy smiles while creating a comfortable, positive experience.

Responsibilities Include

  • Providing preventive dental hygiene and periodontal care.
  • Cleaning teeth and assessing patients for signs of oral disease.
  • Performing periodontal assessments and maintaining accurate clinical charting.
  • Completing recare appointments and helping patients stay on track with preventive care.
  • Taking digital dental X-rays as needed.
  • Educating patients about oral hygiene, periodontal health, and home-care recommendations.
  • Communicating clinical findings and patient needs with the doctor and dental team.
  • Supporting comprehensive hygiene services, including applicable adjunctive therapies offered by the practice.
  • Building trusting relationships with patients through compassionate, personalized care.
  • Maintaining accurate clinical documentation and following applicable clinical standards.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a hygienist who is dependable, patient-focused, and excited to be part of a collaborative team.

The ideal candidate will have:

  • An active Utah Registered Dental Hygienist license.
  • Strong communication and patient education skills.
  • A calm, organized approach to patient care.
  • Attention to detail and a welcoming bedside manner.
  • Dependability and punctuality.
  • The ability to work independently while contributing to a team.
  • A genuine interest in learning and providing high-quality care.

At least one year of experience is preferred, but we're open to the right candidate, including a newer graduate who demonstrates strong potential, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to patient care.

About the Practice

This established dental practice emphasizes comprehensive, patient-centered dentistry and biomimetic principles. Services include general dentistry, smile makeovers, implants, dentures, and other restorative treatments.

The team values a thoughtful approach to care, modern technology, and an environment where patients feel heard and respected. You'll be joining a group that enjoys working together and is committed to helping patients achieve lasting oral health.

Ready for a Better Hygiene Schedule?

If you're looking for a part-time Registered Dental Hygienist position with competitive pay, a flexible schedule, longer appointments, and a supportive team, we'd love to connect.

Apply today to learn more and schedule a working interview!

Key Responsibilities

The Registered Dental Hygienist will provide preventive dental and periodontal care while educating patients on oral health. Responsibilities include performing cleanings, taking digital X-rays, and maintaining accurate clinical documentation.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an active Utah Registered Dental Hygienist license and possess strong communication skills. While one year of experience is preferred, the practice is open to newer graduates who demonstrate strong potential.

Key Skills

Preventive dental careOral health assessmentPeriodontal assessmentTime management

Dental Hygiene Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Utah is 98.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$100k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $101k in an average-cost state. 58.6% of Utah clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 48% have no call, 55% require no weekends.

What does the Dental Hygienist market look like in Utah?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$96k–$104kDental Hygienist median $94k (middle half $92k–$94k)13 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$101k in purchasing powerUtah index 98.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dental Hygienist listings in Utah82 active5,778 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 48% no call · 55% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedUS healthcare professional listings: 22% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 4% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Dental Hygiene listings740 in the last 30 days466 the 30 days before (+59%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Dental Hygienist Jobs

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Salary Distribution

25 jobs
10
<$105k
6
$105k-125k
5
$125k-145k
4
$145k-165k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

32 jobs · 26 employers
401k / retirement match
84% this job
CME allowance
50% this job
Sign-on bonus
38%
PSLF eligible
6%

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 3.9
Better work-life than 50% of Dental Hygienist listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,151 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Accelerate Dental

Dentists
Salt Lake City, Utah
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Guaranteed daily minimum
Dental benefits
Paid time off (PTO)
401(k) with employer match
Continuing education credits
Tuition reimbursement
Bonus opportunities and incentives
Training and team lunches

Living in Taylorsville

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$469k
Typical market rent
$1,610/mo
Residents’ average commute
22 min
State income tax
Up to 4.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.