Dental Hygienist
Listed compensation
$99,840 - $110,240/yr
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job Description
At Aspen Dental, dental hygienists are empowered clinicians and trusted oral
health providers. You’ll be a valued clinical partner to the doctor, with the
autonomy to assess oral health, recommend care based on clinical indicators, and
educate patients – without being rushed.
Whether you’re a new graduate or an experienced hygienist, you’ll work in a
modern clinical environment supported by advanced technology, structured
onboarding, and hands-on training. Our independently owned practices foster
strong local cultures while benefiting from the stability, resources, and
innovation of a national network, so you can focus on delivering high-quality,
patient-centered care.
Compensation & Benefits
· Competitive pay: $99,840–$110,240 annualized, plus an uncapped incentive plan
rewarding patient-centered care
· Benefits for full-time and part-time hygienists, including medical, dental,
and vision insurance; 401(k) with company match*, paid time off and 6 paid
holidays (may vary for part-time employees), free continuing educating (CE)
through TAG University, disability coverage, Employee Assistance Program, and
pet insurance
What to Expect
· Full-time, part-time, or PRN opportunities designed to fit your life
· Manageable schedules (5–7 patients per day) that allow time for thorough
assessments, patient education, and meaningful care
· Structured two-week onboarding and training to support a confident transition
into patient care
· Digital tools and workflows that streamline charting and support clinical
decision-making
· Partnership with the Hygiene Support Team for mentorship and clinical support
· Hands-on experience with advanced technology, including voice-activated perio
charting, TRIOS® 3D scanning, and Videa AI
· Ongoing learning and career growth through TAG University, offering in-person
and virtual programs and continuing education (CE) to advance your career beyond
the chair
What You’ll Do
· Partner with the doctor to develop and deliver personalized patient care plans
· Utilize digital technology to support clinical assessments, case acceptance,
and patient communication
· Collaborate with the dental team to deliver exceptional patient experiences
· Manage your schedule and supplies with the autonomy needed to provide
comprehensive care
Qualifications
· Associate degree or higher in dental hygiene from an accredited institution
· Active dental hygiene license in the state of practice
· Strong communication skills and a passion for patient education
*Benefits and incentives may vary by independently owned and operated Aspen
Dental location; terms and conditions apply.
Aspen Dental-branded practices are independently owned and operated by licensed
dentists. Practices receive non-clinical business support from Aspen Dental
Management, Inc., a dental support organization. ADMI Corp., doing business as
TAG, The Aspen Group, its affiliates, related companies, and independently owned
supported clinical practices are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or
protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of
disability.
Key Responsibilities
Partner with doctors to develop and deliver personalized patient care plans while utilizing digital technology for clinical assessments. Collaborate with the dental team to provide high-quality, patient-centered care and manage schedules and supplies.
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Dental Hygienist at Aspen Dental a 7.5 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Dental Hygiene — ranked against 1,654 active Dental Hygiene listings on WeekdayDoc.
Dental Hygiene Career Context
Aspen Dental holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 73/100, 289 active listings.
Of the 40 active Dentist listings this role was benchmarked against, 28% have no call, 75% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for North Dakota is 89.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$105k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $118k in an average-cost state. 58.8% of North Dakota clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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