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Blue Sea Dental
Punta Gorda, Florida

Dental Hygienist

Dental HygienistFull-Time

Compensation

Pay not listed

The week · per this posting · Monday – Thursday

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Posted 53m ago · Verified live

Job Description

Punta Gorda Dental Care is looking for a compassionate, motivated, and patient-focused Dental Hygienist to join our growing team! If you’re passionate about oral health, enjoy building lasting relationships with patients, and want to work in a welcoming, modern practice, we’d love to meet you.

Our team is committed to providing exceptional dental care while creating a positive, comfortable experience for every patient. We value teamwork, professionalism, and a supportive environment where our team members can thrive.

Schedule: Monday–Thursday: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

  • Friday: 8:00 AM–2:00 PM
  • Full-time schedule with an early Friday finish!
  • What You’ll Do
  • Provide preventive and therapeutic dental hygiene services
  • Perform dental cleanings, periodontal maintenance, and patient assessments
  • Take digital radiographs and maintain accurate patient records
  • Educate patients on oral hygiene and preventive care
  • Collaborate closely with doctors and team members to deliver exceptional patient care
  • Ensure compliance with infection control and safety standards
  • What We’re Looking For
  • Active Florida Dental Hygienist license.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • A genuine passion for patient-centered care and patient education.
  • A positive attitude and a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
  • Previous experience preferred, but motivated new graduates are encouraged to apply!

Why Join Our Team?

  • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a consistent full-time schedule with Fridays ending at 2:00 PM.
  • Friendly, Supportive Culture: Join a team that values collaboration, respect, and a positive workplace.
  • Modern Practice Environment: Deliver patient-focused care using modern dental technology.
  • Meaningful Patient Relationships: Help patients achieve healthier smiles while building lasting connections.
  • Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Enjoy a competitive pay and benefits package.

Professional Growth: Continue developing your skills while making a meaningful impact on patients’ oral health.

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re looking for a full-time opportunity where you can support excellent patient care, work alongside a collaborative team, and continue developing your dental career, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today to join the team at Punta Gorda Dental Care, part of Blue Sea Dental.

Learn more about our practice at puntagordadental.com.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

Provide preventive and therapeutic dental hygiene services, including cleanings and periodontal maintenance. Educate patients on oral hygiene and maintain accurate patient records while collaborating with the dental team.

Key Skills

Patient assessmentCommunication skills

Dental Hygiene Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 40% have no call, 64% require no weekends.

What does the Dental Hygienist market look like in Florida?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.4 / 10 · above average in dental hygienistranked against 2,151 Dental Hygienist listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedDental Hygienist median $88k (middle half $81k–$93k)102 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost of livingFlorida index 103.4US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dental Hygienist listings in Florida305 active5,775 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 40% no call · 64% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedFlorida healthcare professional listings: 14% state a sign-on bonus (median $25k) · <1% offer loan repayment305 active listings, Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (2,151 Dental Hygienist listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Dental Hygienist at Blue Sea Dental a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Dental Hygienist — ranked against 2,151 active Dental Hygienist listings on WeekdayDoc.

Location & Logistics

Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

Top Dental Hygienist Jobs

36 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

31 jobs
6
<$100k
12
$100k-115k
3
$115k-130k
7
$130k-145k
3
$145k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

31 jobs
401k / retirement match
94%
CME allowance
55%
Sign-on bonus
39%
Loan repayment
10%
Relocation assistance
6%

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 6.4
Better work-life than 70% 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 Blue Sea Dental

Wellness and Fitness Services
Fort Myers, FL
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive pay
Benefits package
Early Friday finish (2:00 PM)
Modern practice environment
Professional growth opportunities

Living in Punta Gorda

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$385k
Typical market rent
$2,041/mo
Residents’ average commute
27 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
100.5
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Punta Gorda, FL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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