Dental Hygienist
Listed compensation
$47-$55/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
- Job Title: Dental Hygienist
- Job Type: Full-Time, Part-Time, or Temporary (flexible scheduling available
- Pay: $47-55.00 per hour
- Location: Grand Junction, CO
About Us
We are a small, family-oriented dental practice committed to providing high-quality, personalized care to patients of all ages. We pride ourselves on creating a welcoming environment where patients feel comfortable and team members feel valued. We are open to full-time, part-time, or temporary arrangements and are happy to work with the right candidate to find a schedule that fits
Position Overview
We are seeking a friendly and detail-oriented Dental Hygienist to join our team. In this role, you will play a key part in promoting oral health and creating positive patient experiences. The ideal candidate enjoys building relationships with patients and is passionate about patient education and preventive care.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform routine dental cleanings and periodontal maintenance
- Conduct oral health assessments and document findings
- Take and review dental radiographs (X-rays)
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and preventive care
- Assist the dentist in identifying and addressing oral health concerns
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records
- Follow all infection control and safety protocols
- Contribute to a positive, team-oriented work environment
Qualifications
- Active Dental Hygienist license in Colorado
- Current CPR/BLS certification
- Strong knowledge of dental hygiene procedures and best practices
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to build rapport with patients of all ages
- Prior experience preferred, but new graduates are welcome to apply
- What We’re Looking For
- A compassionate and patient-focused approach
- Strong attention to detail and organization
- A team player who enjoys working in a close-knit environment
- Reliability and a positive attitude
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Dental Hygiene Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Colorado is 103.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$106k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $103k in an average-cost state. 60.9% of Colorado clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 40 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 28% have no call, 70% require no weekends.
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