Dental Hygienist
Listed compensation
$58–$63 per hour
Listing transparency3 of 6 stated
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time · on-site
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job Description
- Dental Hygienist (RDH) – Full-Time
- Sacramento River Dental Group
- Location: Sacramento, CA
- Schedule: Monday – Thursday | 6:45 AM – 4:45 PM
- Compensation: $58–$63 per hour (Hourly)
- Employment Type: Full-Time
About Us
Sacramento River Dental Group is a growing, patient-focused dental practice with a close-knit team of two doctors and two hygienists. We pride ourselves on providing high-quality care in a supportive, low-stress environment. While we currently operate at a steady pace, we are actively working to grow our patient base through referrals and exceptional service.
Position Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and patient-centered Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) to join our team. This role focuses on delivering exceptional preventative and clinical care while educating patients on maintaining optimal oral health.
Key Responsibilities
- Clinical & Preventative Care
- Conduct patient screenings, including oral health history, head and neck exams, and periodontal charting
- Identify signs of oral cancer and gum disease
- Perform dental cleanings (prophylaxis), including removal of plaque, tartar, and stains
- Apply preventative treatments such as fluoride and sealants
- Take and develop dental X-rays to support diagnosis
- Patient Education & Counseling
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques tailored to individual needs
- Provide nutritional guidance related to oral health
- Deliver post-treatment care instructions and ongoing oral health maintenance guidance
- Documentation & Office Support
- Accurately document clinical findings, treatment plans, and patient progress
- Maintain strict infection control and sterilization protocols
- Collaborate with dentists to communicate findings and assist with procedures as needed
Qualifications
- Required:
- Active Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license
- Laser certification (required)
- Current CPR certification
Preferred
New graduates are welcome to apply – we are happy to train the right candidate
Benefits
Benefits offered are consistent with ADC standards
Work Environment
- Small, supportive team environment
- Two doctors and two hygienists currently on staff
- Steady workflow with growth opportunities
- Focus on building long-term patient relationships through referrals
- Additional Information
We are looking for someone who is motivated, team-oriented, and excited to grow with our practice. While we welcome new graduates, laser certification is required for consideration.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Dental Hygienist at American Dental Companies a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Dental Hygiene — ranked against 1,787 active Dental Hygiene listings on WeekdayDoc.
Dental Hygiene Career Context
American Dental Companies holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 76/100, 19 active listings.
Of the 40 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 30% have no call, 73% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$126k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $114k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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