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West Long Branch, New Jersey

Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) - Full-Time

Dental HygienistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$40-$50/hr

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Job Description

The Staff Pad has partnered with a leading dental clinic in West Long Branch, NJ and we are looking to hire a dependable and patient centred Registered Dental Hygienist to promote oral health through through preventive care, patient education, and ongoing support.

In this role, Working alongside our dentists and dental team, you will help deliver high-quality patient care in a collaborative and welcoming environment.

Schedule: Full-time

Why This Opportunity?

  • Opportunities for professional growth through leadership development
  • Mentorship, peer support, specialty training, and continuing education
  • Opportunities to advance your skills and career at your own pace
  • What You’ll Do

Key Responsibilities

  • Educate patients on proper oral hygiene practices and preventive care
  • Perform comprehensive dental hygiene assessments and preventive treatments
  • Take and develop dental X-rays
  • Screen patients for oral cancer and other dental conditions
  • Maintain accurate patient records, clinical notes, and observations
  • Follow infection control protocols to maintain a safe, sterile environment
  • Participate in ongoing training and professional development

What We're Looking For

  • Degree from an accredited dental hygiene program
  • Current and valid state dental hygiene license
  • Dental radiography certification
  • Ability to perform thorough dental hygiene assessments
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Commitment to delivering exceptional patient care

What You Can Expect

  • Clinical Autonomy
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Potential Sign-On Bonus
  • Comprehensive Training and Continuing Education
  • Leadership Development Opportunities
  • Mentorship and Peer Support
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • Flexible Spending (FSA), Health Savings (HSA), and Dependent Care Accounts
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Exclusive Employee Perks, Discounts, and Pet Insurance

A Collaborative and Supportive Team Environment

If you're a Registered Dental Hygienist looking to make a meaningful impact while continuing to grow professionally, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your dental hygiene career!

Requirements

Candidates must hold a degree from an accredited dental hygiene program and possess a current, valid state dental hygiene license. Additionally, a dental radiography certification and a strong commitment to patient care are required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Oral hygiene educationOral cancer screeningClinical documentationCommunication skills

Dental Hygiene Career Context

The cost-of-living index for New Jersey is 108.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$94k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $86k in an average-cost state. 63.8% of New Jersey 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, 35% have no call, 57% require no weekends.

How does Confidential Employer compare as an employer?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$83k–$104kDental Hygienist median $113k (middle half $109k–$118k)78 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$86k in purchasing powerNew Jersey index 108.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dental Hygiene listings in New Jersey63 active—live on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
All dental hygienist listings in New Jersey128 active5,830 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 3% remote · 35% no call · 57% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusNew Jersey healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 22% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 5% offer loan repayment128 active listings, Nov 2026
New Dental Hygiene listings777 in the last 30 days462 the 30 days before (+68%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page. New Jersey figures use all dental hygienists: too few New Jersey Dental Hygiene postings state pay.

Top Dental Hygienist Jobs

25 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

25 jobs · 18 employers
9
<$120k
5
$120k-135k
9
$135k-150k
2
$156k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

24 jobs · 18 employers
401k / retirement match
100% this job
CME allowance
63% this job
Sign-on bonus
33% this job

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

$68-$72/hr
#4

Dental Hygienist | $40,000 in Tuition Reimbursement

$60-$70/hr
+ 23 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 1.5
Better work-life than 20% 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 Confidential Employer

Staffing and Recruiting
Dallas, TX
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Commuter Benefits
Continuing Education

Living in West Long Branch

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$867k
Median resident rent
$1,970/mo
Residents’ average commute
23 min
State income tax
Up to 10.8%
Sources & methodology

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

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