Dental Hygienist
Listed compensation
$45-$52.5/hr
Listing transparency3 of 6 stated
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time · on_site
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- No weekends
Job Description
Dental Hygienist - Job description
Full-Time or Flexible Schedule
Are you a passionate, prevention-focused Dental Hygienist who wants to be valued as a respected provider and have a genuine voice in patient care? At Spoonwood Dental [https://spoonwooddental.com/] Partners, our hygiene team is at the heart of our mission, and we’re looking for an outstanding RDH to join our Peterborough practice.
Why You’ll Love It Here
- Be Heard, Be Valued: Hygienists are true partners in care, with a respected voice in shaping patient treatment plans.
- Prevention-Focused Model: Work in a practice that prioritizes long-term health, not just quick fixes.
- In-House Periodontist: Collaborate closely with our on-site perio specialist, enhancing care and learning opportunities.
- Competitive Pay + Incentives: $45–$52.50/hr base + Patient Care Incentive (earn $12,000+ annually in bonuses).
- Flexible Scheduling: Full-time preferred (4–5 days), but we’re open to flexible arrangements or job sharing.
- Team Culture: Supportive, collaborative, and energized environment where you’ll thrive.
- Top-Notch Tools: Modern equipment and technology in every hygiene operatory.
- Ongoing Growth: Paid CE, team development events, and professional support.
- Community Connection: We sponsor local events and run a “Cavity Free Club” for kids 13 and under, as well as a free dental day.
Schedule
- Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM (no weekends!)
- Flexible options available
Qualifications
- NH Dental Hygiene License (Required)
- At least 1 year of hygiene experience preferred, but new grads encouraged to apply
Compensation & Benefits
- $45.00–$52.50/hour + quarterly incentive bonuses ($1,500+/quarter)
- 401(k) with match
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- HSA & life insurance
- Paid time off & holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee discounts & EAP
- Professional development assistance
About Us
We’re more than a dental office - we’re a prevention-first, patient-centered, community-rooted practice that empowers our hygienists to do their best work every day. You’ll be joining a team that values work-life balance, collaboration, and clinical excellence.
Location
650 Court Street, Suite 4, 5, & 7, Keene, NH 03431
Website: spoonwooddental.com [https://spoonwooddental.com]
Ready to love where you work? Apply today and let’s talk!
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Key Responsibilities
The Dental Hygienist will provide high-quality, prevention-focused patient care and collaborate with the on-site periodontist on treatment plans. They will also participate in team development and contribute to a positive, patient-centered practice environment.
Key Skills
Dental Hygiene Career Context
Of the 40 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 23% have no call, 68% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for New Hampshire is 104.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$101k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $97k in an average-cost state. 60.5% of New Hampshire clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
New Hampshire has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$101k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$7k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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