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Simply Dental
Worcester, Massachusetts

Dental Hygienist

Dental Above average in Dental HygieneNo weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$50-$60/hr

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
No weekends
Posted 13m ago · Verified live

Job Description

Job Details: Job Location: Worcester, MA 01605, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $50.00 - $60.00 Hourly, Job Category: Health Care, At Worcester Dental Arts, our hygienists are more than clinicians — they are trusted providers, educators, and key drivers of the patient experience.

You’ll work side-by-side with doctors and a supportive team in a well-run, efficient environment where you can focus on delivering high-quality care and building meaningful patient relationships — all with a consistent, set schedule and no weekends or late nights. If you’re looking for a practice where you’re valued and supported, we’d love to connect!

Schedule: Monday - Thursday 7:45 Am - 5 Pm

Responsibilities

Deliver exceptional clinical care, helping patients achieve and maintain optimal oral health Perform hygiene procedures including prophylaxis, scaling and root planing, debridement, fluoride, sealants, whitening, and localized antibiotic placement Conduct thorough assessments, including periodontal charting and screening for oral cancer and other conditions Take and interpret dental radiographs Educate patients on oral hygiene and preventative care in a way that is clear, supportive, and motivating Partner closely with the doctor to identify and communicate restorative needs Keep appointments running on time while maintaining a high standard of care and patient experience Support a clean, organized, and efficient clinical environment, including sterilization and equipment maintenance Collaborate with the full team to ensure a seamless and positive patient visit from start to finish Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management Full-time

Benefits

We recognize that taking care of our team is just as important as taking care of our patients. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Health insurance starting on your first day of employment Vision insurance Paid vacation time Paid holidays Paid sick time Dental and orthodontic benefits 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution Consistent, set schedule Mentorship from our experienced Hygiene Manager #simplyden Qualifications: Active Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license in the state Current CPR/BLS certification Strong clinical skills with a commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trust with patients Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail Positive, team-oriented mindset and professional demeanor

Key Responsibilities

The dental hygienist will perform clinical procedures such as prophylaxis, scaling, and root planing while educating patients on oral health. They will also collaborate with the dental team to maintain a clean, efficient environment and ensure a positive patient experience.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an active Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license and current CPR/BLS certification. Strong clinical skills and the ability to communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment are required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Fluoride applicationOral cancer screeningPatient education

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Dental Hygienist at Simply Dental a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Dental Hygiene — ranked against 1,813 active Dental Hygiene listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

Dental Hygiene Career Context

Of the 40 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 33% have no call, 68% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Massachusetts is 105.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$114k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $108k in an average-cost state. 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

6.4/ 10
Listing-based score

Above average in Dental Hygiene

  • No weekends
  • No nights

Living in Worcester

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$449k
Typical market rent
$2,130/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

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

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

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About Simply Dental

Hospitals and Health Care
Hopkinton, Massachusetts
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Time
Dental and Orthodontic Benefits
401(k) with Employer Contribution
Consistent Set Schedule