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Accelerate Dental
West Jordan, Utah

Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) – 3-Day Workweek

DentalIncludes weekendsPart-Time

Listed compensation

$49-$50/hr

The week · per this posting3-day week

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Job Description

Location: West Jordan, Utah | Part-Time

Looking for a dental hygiene position with competitive pay, a consistent schedule, and more time outside the office? Join a welcoming dental team in West Jordan, Utah, where you can focus on patient care while enjoying a four-day break from work every week.

We're looking for a friendly, patient-focused Registered Dental Hygienist to join an established practice with an existing patient base, experienced doctors, and a collaborative team.

New graduates and experienced hygienists are encouraged to apply!

What Makes This Opportunity Great?

  • Competitive Pay: $49–$50 per hour, based on experience.
  • 3-Day Workweek: Work Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
  • Every Friday Off: Enjoy four days away from the office every week, including Fridays and weekends.
  • Paid Time Off: Take time away from work when you need it.
  • Dental Benefits: Access dental benefits as part of your employment package.
  • Continuing Education: Support for ongoing learning and professional development.
  • Established Patient Base: Build meaningful relationships with patients you see regularly.
  • Experienced Team: Work alongside supportive doctors and dental professionals.
  • Modern Technology: Practice using Open Dental and established office systems.
  • Supportive Environment: Join a team that values communication, collaboration, and quality patient care.
  • Your Schedule
  • Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: Off
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday: Off
  • Saturday and Sunday: Off

Three consistent clinical days give you more flexibility to enjoy your time outside the office without sacrificing competitive hourly pay.

What You'll Do

As a Registered Dental Hygienist, you'll help patients maintain healthy smiles through preventive care, periodontal therapy, and patient education.

Responsibilities Include

  • Providing preventive dental hygiene and periodontal therapy.
  • Performing periodontal assessments and oral health evaluations.
  • Taking necessary dental radiographs.
  • Educating patients on oral hygiene, home care, and periodontal health.
  • Administering local anesthesia within the scope of your Utah license and certifications.
  • Maintaining accurate clinical documentation and patient records.
  • Communicating patient needs and treatment recommendations with the doctors and dental team.
  • Building trusting relationships with patients and helping them feel comfortable during their visits.
  • Contributing to a positive, team-oriented patient experience.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a hygienist who enjoys working with people, takes pride in patient care, and wants to be part of a supportive dental team.

Qualifications Include

  • Current Utah Registered Dental Hygienist license.
  • Local anesthesia certification and authorization to administer it in Utah.
  • Strong communication and patient education skills.
  • A compassionate, patient-focused approach to care.
  • Dependability, professionalism, and a positive attitude.
  • The ability to work collaboratively with doctors and other team members.

Recent graduates are welcome to apply! If you're starting your hygiene career, we'd love to hear from you. Experienced hygienists are equally encouraged to apply.

Work-Life Balance That Works for You

Your career should fit into your life, not the other way around. With a consistent Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday schedule, you'll have Wednesdays, Fridays, and your entire weekend away from the office.

Whether you want more time with family, a better balance between work and personal commitments, or simply more flexibility in your week, this opportunity offers a schedule that's hard to beat.

Ready to Join the Team?

If you're a Registered Dental Hygienist looking for competitive pay, a predictable part-time schedule, and a supportive team in West Jordan, Utah, we'd love to meet you.

Apply today! We look forward to connecting with you.

Key Responsibilities

The Registered Dental Hygienist will provide preventive dental care, periodontal therapy, and patient education to maintain oral health. They are responsible for performing assessments, taking radiographs, and maintaining accurate clinical documentation while collaborating with the dental team.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a current Utah Registered Dental Hygienist license and certification to administer local anesthesia. Strong communication skills and a patient-focused approach are essential for this role.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Local anesthesia administrationPatient records managementTeam collaboration

Dental Hygiene Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Utah is 98.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$103k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $104k in an average-cost state. 58.6% of Utah clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 43% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

Top Dental Hygienist Jobs

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Salary Distribution29 jobs · 26 employers

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<$110k
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$110k-125k
5
$125k-140k
1
$146k
2
$156k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks32 jobs · 26 employers

401k / retirement match
88%
CME allowance
63% this job
Sign-on bonus
34%
Loan repayment
3%
Relocation assistance
3%

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 3.9
Better work-life than 50% of Dental Hygienist listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,151 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes weekends

Living in West Jordan

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$521k
Typical market rent
$1,687/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
State income tax
Up to 4.8%
Sources & methodology

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

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