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Sonrava Health
Albuquerque, New Mexico

Dental Hygienist

DentalFull-Time

Listed compensation

$40-$50/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.

Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

We are looking for an enthusiastic dental hygienist who loves building and maintaining positive relationships with patients to join our team!

Our team of dental hygienists perform a variety of preventative dental procedures as well as educate patients on oral hygiene. From routine cleanings to oral health education, you'll be instrumental in helping our patients achieve and maintain their best smiles. In addition to technical duties, the dental hygienist will play an important role in teaching patients appropriate oral hygiene techniques and offer counseling regarding good nutrition and its impact on oral health.

We are big on teamwork, so you’ll partner with the dentist(s) in your office to provide the best treatment for your patients. We believe in the value of talented people, and we aim to create an environment that engages you professionally. We also have a dedicated dental hygiene support team for coaching and mentorship for our dental hygienists.

We offer a comprehensive benefits program, exceptional growth and career advancement opportunities, excellent compensation, plus a lucrative incentive plan.

Responsibilities

Provide oral hygiene services including thorough and gentle prophylaxis, scaling, root planing, polish restorations, and application of cavity preventative agents such as fluorides and sealant applications

Accurately chart a review of patient dental history and update as necessary, patient's periodontal health, record provided treatment, and handle patient records securely and in compliance with HIPAA regulations

  • Provide assistance as directed by the dentist
  • Administer local anesthetics, if allowed by dental practice act
  • Here's a few reasons why dental hygienists love to work with us:

You are in Control of your Schedule. As a dental hygienist with us, you work with the front office staff on how to best schedule your appointments. We want you to maximize your time with each patient and not feel rushed. In addition, you work with the dentist(s) and support staff in the office to build a robust recall program.

We support your Career Development & Growth with opportunities in our company across various regions, including our corporate support team.

We are an established organization with an Expert Clinical & Operations Leadership Team focused on giving our patients the best experience.

Offices receive Corporate Support from departments including: Billing, Marketing, Call Center, Procurement, IT, Facilities, Human Resources, Legal, and more

Qualifications

  • A degree or certificate in hygiene from an accredited program and a valid state license
  • CPR/BLS Certification
  • Ability to manage time efficiently
  • Excellent verbal skills to communicate professionally with patients and staff
  • Ability to travel between locations preferred
  • Benefits for full time Dental Hygienists include
  • Health Benefits - Medical, dental, and vision insurance, HSA & FSA plans
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • Pet Insurance with 24/7 telehealth line
  • 401(k) program
  • Company-Sponsored Continuing Education Events

Employee Referral Program Bonuses

Western Dental Services, Inc. and all relevant affiliates (such as Brident Dental & Vital Smiles) are Equal Opportunity Employers.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Patient educationOral hygiene instructionChartingHIPAA complianceLocal anesthesia administrationTime managementCommunication skills

Dental Hygiene Career Context

The cost-of-living index for New Mexico is 92.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$94k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $102k in an average-cost state. 61.4% of New Mexico clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 38% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

What does the Dental Hygienist market look like in New Mexico?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$83k–$104kDental Hygienist median $108k (middle half $97k–$123k)621 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$102k in purchasing powerNew Mexico index 92.2 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dental Hygienist listings in New Mexico45 active5,724 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 38% no call · 70% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing 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

20 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

20 jobs · 16 employers
6
<$110k
8
$110k-125k
4
$125k-140k
1
$146k
1
$156k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

18 jobs · 16 employers
401k / retirement match
94% this job
CME allowance
67% this job
Sign-on bonus
39%
Loan repayment
17%
Relocation assistance
11%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Dental Hygienist

Independence Dental Services LP · Chicago, Illinois

$75/hr
#2

Dental Hygienist

Elevate Dental Partners · Denver, Colorado

$60-$70/hr
#3

Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)

$65-$67/hr
#4

Dental Hygienist

$60-$65/hr
+ 18 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 2.8
Better work-life than 40% 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 Sonrava Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Orange, CA
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Benefits - Medical, dental, and vision insurance
HSA & FSA plans
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Pet Insurance with 24/7 telehealth line
401(k) program
Company-Sponsored Continuing Education Events
Employee Referral Program Bonuses

Living in Albuquerque

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$340k
Typical market rent
$1,455/mo
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
95.5
State income tax
Up to 5.9%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Albuquerque, NM metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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