Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)
Listed compensation
$60/hour
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Join a supportive, patient-centered dental team where your skills truly matter.
Are you a motivated, team-oriented & reliable Registered Dental Hygienist looking for a place to grow, feel valued, and make an impact each day? We’re seeking an enthusiastic professional to join our practice and contribute to an exceptional patient experience!
At our practice, clinical integrity comes first.
We’re looking for a hygienist who is passionate about delivering thorough, evidence-based care and advocating for patients’ long-term oral and systemic health. If you take pride in complete periodontal assessments, honest diagnosis, and educating patients on their true health needs, you’ll feel right at home here.
Schedule: Full Time
Compensation & Benefits
We offer a culture that values caring, professional development, growth, and sustainability. Our comprehensive and competitive benefits package includes but is not limited to:
- Competitive pay
- Medical, Dental and Vision insurance options
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Life insurance gifted to you
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- A team culture focused on growth, communication, and high-quality care
- Work-life balance
What You’LL Do
As a key member of our team, you will help support smooth, efficient, and comfortable patient care by:
- Maintain high clinical standards while balancing efficiency, patient comfort, and education
- Support a preventive-care model focused on early detection, long-term outcomes, and patient trust
- Perform comprehensive periodontal evaluations, including full-mouth probing and risk assessment, at appropriate intervals
- Identify, co-diagnose, and document periodontal disease accurately and ethically
- Educate patients on the oral–systemic health connection and the long-term impact of untreated periodontal disease
- Advocate for necessary periodontal therapy based on clinical findings.
- Take and evaluate dental radiographs and intraoral photos
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and preventive care practices
- Review and update patient medical histories and chart findings accurately in the dental software
- Follow sterilization, infection control, and OSHA protocols
- Promote same-day treatment when appropriate and assist with treatment coordination
- Support a patient-centered experience with empathy and professionalism
- Actively contribute to a team-based environment and model Squire Dental’s mission and values
Qualifications
Required
- Active RDH license in the state of practice
- Current CPR/BLS certification
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and clinical skills
- Strong attention to detail and documentation
- Proficient in dental software (e. g., Dentrix, Eaglesoft) and digital radiography
Preferred
- Proficiency in dental software systems (Denticon)
- Local anesthesia certification (as required by state law)
- Laser certification (if applicable)
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand or sit for extended periods during clinical procedures
- Manual dexterity to use dental instruments and equipment
- Exposure to bodily fluids, radiation, and sterilization chemicals
- Must wear appropriate PPE and adhere to all health and safety protocols
Don't Wait! Apply Today!
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We are committed to fostering a professional and respectful workplace where all individuals have an equal opportunity to contribute and succeed, and where everyone has the opportunity to feel valued.
Key Responsibilities
The Registered Dental Hygienist will perform comprehensive periodontal evaluations, educate patients on oral-systemic health, and provide evidence-based preventive care. They are also responsible for maintaining clinical standards, documenting findings in dental software, and adhering to strict infection control protocols.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Healthcare Professional Career Context
The cost-of-living index for New Jersey is 108.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.8% of New Jersey clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 38 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 55% have no call, 58% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Dental Hygienist median $112k (middle half $109k–$116k)60 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | New Jersey index 108.8 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dental Hygienist listings in New Jersey | 114 active | 5,781 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 55% no call · 58% no weekends38 benchmarked listings |
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