DENTAL HYGIENIST
Listed compensation
$65-$68/hr
The week · per this posting · Monday – ThursdayWeekdays only
Ask the employer about call expectations and time off.
Job Description
- Dental Hygienist (RDH) – $65/hr + Monthly Bonus | No Weekends | Waldorf, MD
- $65/hour + Monthly Bonus (Up to ~$140,000/year)
- Full-Time | No Weekends | No Late Nights
Now Hiring: Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)
Our modern, high-production dental office in Waldorf, MD is actively seeking a full-time Dental Hygienist (RDH) to join our growing team.
We are a technology-driven, patient-focused practice committed to delivering exceptional care while creating a supportive, team-oriented environment for our providers.
If you’re a motivated, patient-focused Dental Hygienist looking for strong compensation, work-life balance, and career growth, this is the opportunity for you.
Learn more: waldorfdentalgroup.com
- Why This Dental Hygienist Role Stands Out: Competitive Pay + Bonus
- Starting at $65/hour
- Monthly performance bonus
- Earning potential up to $140,000+ annually
- Work-Life Balance
- Monday–Thursday: 7:45 AM – 4:00 PM
- Friday: 7:45 AM – 2:30 PM
- No weekends
- No evenings
Benefits Package
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid holidays (10 days after 90 days)
- PTO: 10 days + 5 sick days annually
- Referral bonus program
- CE Credit Reimbursement
- Career Growth & Technology
- Paid certifications (CPR, OSHA)
- Work with iTero, digital X-rays, and modern equipment
- Opportunity to expand clinical skills and leadership
- Supportive Team Environment
- Highly trained doctors and support staff
- Strong hygiene-doctor collaboration
- Positive, growth-focused culture
Requirements
- Dental Hygienist Responsibilities
- Perform dental cleanings, periodontal maintenance, and SRP
- Take and review digital X-rays
- Educate patients on oral hygiene, treatment plans, and preventive care
- Identify and document periodontal disease and treatment needs
- Assist doctors during exams and communicate findings clearly
- Maintain accurate and detailed patient charts (Open Dental preferred)
- Support a productive hygiene schedule and patient flow
- Promote adjunctive services (fluoride, Arrestin, whitening, etc.) in an ethical, patient-focused manner
- Dental Hygienist Requirements
- Active Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license (Maryland)
- Current CPR/BLS certification (or willing to obtain)
- Strong communication and patient education skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced dental office environment
- Team-oriented with a positive attitude and strong work ethic
Preferred Qualifications
- Local Anesthesia license
- Experience with Open Dental software
- Experience with iTero scanner and digital dentistry
- Bilingual (Spanish or other languages a plus)
- Prior experience in a DSO or high-volume practice
- Skills for Success
- Patient care & chair-side manner
- Time management & efficiency
- Case presentation & patient education
- Attention to detail & clinical accuracy
Team Collaboration & Communication
Apply TodayIf you’re a Dental Hygienist (RDH) looking for a high-paying opportunity with no weekends, strong bonuses, and a supportive team, we encourage you to apply today.
Waldorf Dental Group is a equal opportunity employer that considers, respects, and takes pride in all qualified applicants equally, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status. We thrive by celebrating success and diversity!
Key Responsibilities
Perform dental cleanings, periodontal maintenance, and SRP while educating patients on oral hygiene and treatment plans. Assist doctors during exams, maintain accurate patient charts, and support a productive hygiene schedule.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Dental Hygiene Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Maryland is 105.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$138k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $132k in an average-cost state. 62.9% of Maryland clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 40 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 45% have no call, 45% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.4 / 10 · above average in dental hygienist | ranked against 2,151 Dental Hygienist listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $135k–$141k | Dental Hygienist median $130k (middle half $118k–$136k)10 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$132k in purchasing power | Maryland index 105.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dental Hygienist listings in Maryland | 110 active | 5,803 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 45% no call · 45% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | sign-on bonus | Maryland healthcare professional listings: 24% state a sign-on bonus (median $20k) · 14% offer loan repayment110 active listings, Oct 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates DENTAL HYGIENIST at WALDORF DENTAL GROUP a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Dental Hygienist — ranked against 2,151 active Dental Hygienist listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.
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