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Stevens Point, Wisconsin

Dental Hygienist

Dental HygienistFull-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

Dental Hygienist (RDH) – Stevens Point, WI

Midwest Dental | Supported by Smile Brands

Looking for a dental hygiene opportunity where your skills are valued, your voice matters, and you can truly make a difference in your patients’ lives?

At Midwest Dental in Stevens Point, WI, we're looking for a Registered Dental Hygienist who is passionate about patient care, enjoys building lasting relationships, and wants to be part of a team that genuinely supports one another.

We believe great dentistry starts with great people. That's why we combine the welcoming, relationship-driven feel of a local dental practice with the resources, technology, and professional development opportunities of Smile Brands.

Whether you're an experienced hygienist or a new graduate ready to grow your career, we'd love to meet you!

Why You'll Love Being Part of Our Team

Be the clinician you trained to be. Practice at the top of your scope, use your clinical judgment, and take an active role in helping patients achieve better oral and overall health.

Build relationships that last. Get to know your patients, earn their trust, and make a meaningful difference in their long-term health.

Feel supported, not micromanaged. Enjoy clinical autonomy while collaborating with a team that values your expertise and contributions.

Keep learning and growing. Take advantage of company-paid continuing education, clinical resources, mentorship, and professional development.

Make patient education a priority. Help patients understand their oral health and feel empowered to make informed decisions about their care.

Enjoy the best of both worlds. Experience the personal connections of a neighborhood dental practice backed by the support and resources of a nationwide dental organization.

What Your Day Will Look Like

As a Dental Hygienist, you'll be an essential part of the patient care team, providing preventive and therapeutic services while helping patients feel comfortable, confident, and informed.

You'll Have the Opportunity To

  • Deliver comprehensive dental hygiene care tailored to each patient's needs.
  • Perform periodontal assessments, charting, preventive treatments, and nonsurgical periodontal therapy.
  • Educate patients on oral health, disease prevention, and the connection between oral and overall wellness.
  • Partner with dentists to develop personalized treatment recommendations.
  • Build strong patient relationships that encourage long-term preventive care.
  • Contribute your ideas, expertise, and positive energy to a collaborative team.

What We're Looking For

  • Graduate of an accredited dental hygiene program.
  • Current Wisconsin Dental Hygienist license or eligibility for licensure.
  • A passion for patient-centered care and clinical excellence.
  • Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
  • Experienced hygienists and new graduates are encouraged to apply!

A Career That Supports You

  • As part of the Smile Brands family, eligible team members have access to a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan
  • Company-paid continuing education and professional development
  • Employee assistance and wellness resources
  • Opportunities for career growth
  • Ready for a Fresh Start in Stevens Point?

If you're looking for more than just another hygiene position, Midwest Dental in Stevens Point could be the place where you build a career you love.

Bring your skills, your passion for patient care, and your authentic self. We'll provide the support and opportunities to help you thrive.

Apply today and discover what makes Midwest Dental a great place to grow your hygiene career!

Midwest Dental is supported by Smile Brands, an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace.

Schedule (days/hours)

Monday-Thursday 7-5

Responsibilities

  • Deliver high-quality preventive dental hygiene care using evidence-based protocols.
  • Perform appropriate assessments, diagnostics and preventive treatments within your scope of practice.
  • Educate patients on oral hygiene, prevention and the connection between oral and overall health.
  • Build trusting relationships with patients and create a welcoming, judgment-free experience.
  • Collaborate with dentists and hygiene teammates to identify patient needs and personalize treatment.
  • Stay current with dental technologies, instruments and best practices that enhance patient care.
  • Maintain accurate clinical documentation and follow applicable safety and compliance standards.

Qualifications

  • Licensed Dental Hygienist or eligible to become licensed in the state of practice.
  • New graduates are welcome!
  • Current CPR certification.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Passion for patient care, education and prevention.
  • Commitment to providing an exceptional patient experience.
  • A collaborative, positive approach to working with patients and teammates.

Compensation

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About Us

Benefits are determined by employment status/hours worked and include paid time off (“PTO”), health, dental, vision, health savings account, telemedicine, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability insurance, employee discount programs, pet insurance, and a 401k plan. As a dental hygienist, you'll also enjoy complimentary CEs and access to other internal training opportunities to support your growth.

Smile Brands supports over 650 affiliated dental practices across 28 states all focused on a single mission of delivering Smiles For Everyone!® Smiles for patients, providers, employees, and community partners. Everyone. Our growing portfolio of affiliated dental brands and practice models range from large regional brands to uniquely branded local practices. This role is associated with the affiliated dental office listed at the top of the job posting on our career site.

Smile Brands Inc. and all Affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), protected hair style and texture (The CROWN Act), genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.

If you would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at careers@smilebrands.com.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Periodontal assessmentPreventive dental careOral health screeningTreatment planningPatient communicationInfection controlRadiographyCollaborationDiagnostic procedures

Dental Hygiene Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Wisconsin is 94.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.7% of Wisconsin clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Smile Brands ranks #6 of 11 employers hiring Dental Hygienist on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

What does the Dental Hygienist market look like in Wisconsin?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedDental Hygienist median $104k (middle half $99k–$114k)23 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost of livingWisconsin index 94.1US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dental Hygienist listings in Wisconsin169 active5,813 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 46% no call · 58% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedWisconsin healthcare professional listings: 32% state a sign-on bonus (median $15k) · 13% offer loan repayment169 active listings, Oct 2026
Smile Brands#6 of 11 for payTop Employers work-life index
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Dental Hygienist Jobs

36 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

30 jobs
7
<$100k
13
$100k-120k
7
$120k-140k
3
$140k-160k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

31 jobs
401k / retirement match
94% this job
CME allowance
45% this job
Sign-on bonus
39%
Loan repayment
13%
Relocation assistance
10%

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

$60-$70/hr
#4

Dental Hygienist

$65-$67/hr
+ 34 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 3.9
Better work-life than 50% 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 Smile Brands

Hospitals and Health Care
Costa Mesa, California
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
401k Retirement Savings Plan
Company-Paid Continuing Education
Employee Assistance Program

Living in Stevens Point

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$271k
Typical market rent
$1,393/mo
Residents’ average commute
17 min
State income tax
Up to 7.7%
Sources & methodology

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

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