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Okemos, Michigan

Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) - Full-Time

Dental HygienistFull-Time

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Job Description

The Staff Pad has partnered with a leading dental clinic in Okemos, MI and we are looking to hire a dependable and patient centred Registered Dental Hygienist to promote oral health through through preventive care, patient education, and ongoing support.

In this role, Working alongside our dentists and dental team, you will help deliver high-quality patient care in a collaborative and welcoming environment.

Schedule: Full-time

Why This Opportunity?

  • Opportunities for professional growth through leadership development
  • Mentorship, peer support, specialty training, and continuing education
  • Opportunities to advance your skills and career at your own pace
  • What You’ll Do

Key Responsibilities

  • Educate patients on proper oral hygiene practices and preventive care
  • Perform comprehensive dental hygiene assessments and preventive treatments
  • Take and develop dental X-rays
  • Screen patients for oral cancer and other dental conditions
  • Maintain accurate patient records, clinical notes, and observations
  • Follow infection control protocols to maintain a safe, sterile environment
  • Participate in ongoing training and professional development

What We're Looking For

  • Degree from an accredited dental hygiene program
  • Current and valid state dental hygiene license
  • Dental radiography certification
  • Ability to perform thorough dental hygiene assessments
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Commitment to delivering exceptional patient care

What You Can Expect

  • Clinical Autonomy
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Potential Sign-On Bonus
  • Comprehensive Training and Continuing Education
  • Leadership Development Opportunities
  • Mentorship and Peer Support
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • Flexible Spending (FSA), Health Savings (HSA), and Dependent Care Accounts
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Exclusive Employee Perks, Discounts, and Pet Insurance

A Collaborative and Supportive Team Environment

If you're a Registered Dental Hygienist looking to make a meaningful impact while continuing to grow professionally, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your dental hygiene career!

Requirements

Candidates must hold a degree from an accredited dental hygiene program and possess a current, valid state dental hygiene license. Additionally, a dental radiography certification and strong interpersonal skills are required for this role.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Oral hygiene educationOral cancer screeningPatient record maintenanceClinical documentationCommunication skills

Dental Hygiene Career Context

Confidential Employer ranks #7 of 10 employers hiring Dental Hygienist on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

The cost-of-living index for Michigan is 96.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.8% of Michigan clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

How does Confidential Employer compare as an employer?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedDental Hygienist median $104k (middle half $94k–$109k)61 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingMichigan index 96.2US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dental Hygiene listings in Michigan58 active—live on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
All dental hygienist listings in Michigan148 active5,830 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 2% remote · 38% no call · 60% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusMichigan healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 24% state a sign-on bonus (median $8k) · 7% offer loan repayment148 active listings, Nov 2026
New Dental Hygiene listings721 in the last 30 days462 the 30 days before (+56%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Confidential Employer#7 of 10 for payTop Employers work-life index
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page. Michigan figures use all dental hygienists: too few Michigan Dental Hygiene postings state pay.

Top Dental Hygienist Jobs

37 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

35 jobs · 26 employers
7
<$100k
10
$100k-115k
5
$115k-130k
7
$130k-145k
6
$145k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

33 jobs · 26 employers
401k / retirement match
97% this job
CME allowance
48%
Sign-on bonus
33% this job
Loan repayment
3%
PSLF eligible
3%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Dental Hygienist | $40,000 in Tuition Reimbursement

Platinum Dental Services · Wheat Ridge, Colorado

$70-$75/hr
#2

Dental Hygienist| $40,000 Tuition Reimbursement

Platinum Dental Services · Colorado Springs, Colorado

$65-$75/hr
#3

Dental Hygienist

$68-$72/hr
#4

Dental Hygienist | $40,000 in Tuition Reimbursement

$60-$70/hr
+ 35 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 1.5
Better work-life than 20% 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 Confidential Employer

Staffing and Recruiting
Dallas, TX
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Potential Sign-On Bonus
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
Flexible Spending (FSA), Health Savings (HSA), and Dependent Care Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Commuter Benefits

Living in Okemos

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$327k
Typical market rent
$1,438/mo
Residents’ average commute
19 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
95.0
State income tax
Up to 4.3%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Lansing-East Lansing, MI metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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