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Rising Tide Dental
Kaneohe, Hawaii

Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)

DentalFull-Time

Listed compensation

$55-$65/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Job Description

Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) – $45–$55/Hour + Potential Bonuses + 401(k) | Kokua Smiles

Are you a passionate Registered Dental Hygienist who takes pride in patient care and creating confident smiles? Do you want to work in a supportive, team-driven environment where your skills are valued and your schedule is respected?

  • Kokua Smiles is growing—and we’re looking for you.
  • Position: Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)
  • Locations: Aiea | Honolulu | Kaneohe
  • Schedule: Full-Time or Part-Time Opportunities Available
  • Compensation: $45–$55 per hour, plus potential performance-based bonuses
  • Why You’ll Love Working with Kokua Smiles
  • Supportive, Positive Team Culture
  • Work alongside professionals who respect each other, collaborate well, and enjoy what they do.

Competitive Hourly Pay + Bonus Opportunities

  • Earn $45–$55 per hour, with opportunities to earn additional performance-based bonuses.
  • 401(k) with Employer Matching
  • We prioritize your future with 401(k) matching after just 90 days, helping you build long-term financial stability.
  • Comprehensive Benefits
  • Employer-paid health insurance, with upgrade options available
  • Dental and vision insurance
  • Paid holidays and paid vacation
  • Employee discounts
  • Flexible scheduling
  • What You’ll Do

Deliver High-Quality Patient Care

Provide cleanings, preventive treatments, and patient education with attention to detail and compassion.

Create a Great Patient Experience

Help patients feel comfortable, informed, and cared for at every visit.

Collaborate with a Strong Clinical Team

  • Work closely with dentists and team members to support excellent patient outcomes.
  • What We’re Looking For
  • Current Registered Dental Hygienist license in Hawaii
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • A commitment to patient care and team collaboration
  • Experienced hygienists and new graduates are welcome to apply

Ready to Join Us?

  • If you’re looking for a position where you’re respected, supported, and valued, we’d love to hear from you.
  • Apply today and help us create healthier, happier smiles across Aiea, Honolulu, and Kaneohe.

Benefits

  • 401(k) with employer matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • License/Certification: Registered Dental Hygienist License in Hawaii (Required)
  • Work Location: In person

The pay range for this role is:

45 - 55 USD per hour

Key Responsibilities

The Registered Dental Hygienist will provide high-quality patient care, including cleanings, preventive treatments, and patient education. They will also collaborate with the clinical team to ensure excellent patient outcomes and a positive experience.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a current Registered Dental Hygienist license in Hawaii. Both experienced hygienists and new graduates are welcome to apply.

Key Skills

Clinical collaborationDental hygiene

Dental Hygiene Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Hawaii is 110.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$125k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $113k in an average-cost state. 64.8% of Hawaii clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 45% have no call, 65% require no weekends.

What does the Dental Hygienist market look like in Hawaii?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$114k–$135kDental Hygienist median $120k (middle half $99k–$120k)10 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$113k in purchasing powerHawaii index 110.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dental Hygienist listings in Hawaii23 active5,720 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 45% no call · 65% 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

24 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

24 jobs · 19 employers
6
<$110k
8
$110k-125k
6
$125k-140k
2
$146k
2
$156k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

22 jobs · 19 employers
401k / retirement match
95% this job
CME allowance
59%
Sign-on bonus
50% this job
Loan repayment
14%
Relocation assistance
9%

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 | $40,000 in Tuition Reimbursement

$60-$70/hr
#4

Dental Hygienist

$60-$70/hr
+ 22 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 Rising Tide Dental

Benefits & Perks

401(k) with employer matching after 90 days
Employer-paid health insurance with upgrade options
Dental and vision insurance
Paid holidays and paid vacation
Employee discounts
Flexible scheduling
Potential performance-based bonuses

Living in Kaneohe

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1.05M
Typical market rent
$3,645/mo
Residents’ average commute
28 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
111.0
State income tax
Up to 11%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Urban Honolulu, HI metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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