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Dental Care Alliance
Gainesville, Florida

Dental Hygienist

DentalPart-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

Tioga Dental Center is looking for a part-time Dental Hygienist in Gainesville to join our clinical team by providing a high level of patient care and satisfaction while operating in a team-based environment. We are committed to providing comprehensive, personalized care in a warm and welcoming environment, prioritizing patient comfort and advanced treatments for optimal oral health.

As a Dental Hygienist at Tioga Dental Center, you'll provide exceptional care through routine cleanings, assessments, and education, while supporting a dynamic team of dental professionals. We offer a friendly, growth-oriented workplace where patient comfort is always a priority.

  • Status: Hourly Mondays & Fridays 8-4
  • Compensation & Incentives
  • Competitive salary range

Health & Well-Being

  • Optional supplemental coverage, including accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans with wellness incentives
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their families
  • Pet insurance and pet care discount programs
  • Financial Wellness & Retirement
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match

Identity Theft Protection

  • Student loan and financial wellness support through Candidly®, including personalized counseling, repayment optimization tools, and strategies to reduce financial stress; employer-sponsored student loan contributions may apply for eligible roles
  • Professional Growth & Practice Support
  • Continuing education opportunities and professional development support
  • Collaborative, team-focused work environment with access to modern dental technology

How to Apply

Be part of our journey to shape the future of dentistry. Apply today by submitting your resume using the link below. We look forward to connecting with you.

Responsibilities

  • Perform routine dental cleanings and oral health Assessments
  • Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and preventative care
  • Assist dentists with exams and treatments, and take dental X-rays

Maintain accurate patient records and ensure compliance with industry regulations and adhere to sterilization protocols

Qualifications

  • Education: Associate or bachelor's degree in Dental Hygiene
  • License: Active state license as a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)
  • Certifications: Local anesthesia certification and CPR/First Aid (if applicable
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Detail-oriented with a commitment to patient care and comfort0

Legal Disclaimer

We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. All benefits are subject to potential vesting and eligibility requirements. The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ancestry, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, religious creed or belief, physical or mental disability, marital or familial status, legally protected medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree

Key Skills

Dental CleaningOral Health AssessmentPatient EducationPreventive CareDental Examination AssistanceTreatment AssistancePatient RecordkeepingRegulatory ComplianceAttention to Detail

Dental Hygiene Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 34% have no call, 66% require no weekends.

Location & Logistics

Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

Top Dental Hygienist Jobs

38 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution30 jobs · 28 employers

12
<$105k
6
$105k-120k
6
$120k-135k
4
$135k-150k
2
$156k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks30 jobs · 28 employers

401k / retirement match
93% this job
CME allowance
53% this job
Sign-on bonus
33%
Loan repayment
10% this job
Relocation assistance
7%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

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Independence Dental Services LP · Chicago, Illinois

$75/hr
#2

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Platinum Dental Services · Colorado Springs, Colorado

$65-$75/hr
#3

Dental Hygienist

$65-$70/hr
#4

Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)

$65-$67/hr
+ 36 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.

Living in Gainesville

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$295k
Typical market rent
$1,618/mo
Residents’ average commute
19 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
96.7
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Gainesville, FL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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Benefits & Perks

401(k) with company match
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Pet insurance
Student loan support via Candidly
Continuing education opportunities
Supplemental coverage (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity)