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Aspen Dental
San Antonio, Texas

Dental Hygienist (RDH) - Float

DentalFull-Time

Listed compensation

$45-$47/hr

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Job Description

At Aspen Dental, dental hygienists are empowered clinicians and trusted oral health providers. You’ll be a valued clinical partner to the doctor, with the autonomy to assess oral health, recommend care based on clinical indicators, and educate patients – without being rushed.

Whether you’re a new graduate or an experienced hygienist, you’ll work in a modern clinical environment supported by advanced technology, structured onboarding, and hands-on training. Our independently owned practices foster strong local cultures while benefiting from the stability, resources, and innovation of a national network, so you can focus on delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive pay: $45–$47, plus an uncapped incentive plan rewarding patient-centered care
  • Benefits for full-time and part-time hygienists, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) with company match*, paid time off and 6 paid holidays (may vary for part-time employees), free continuing educating (CE) through TAG University, disability coverage, Employee Assistance Program, and pet insurance

What to Expect

  • Full-time, part-time, or PRN opportunities designed to fit your life
  • Manageable schedules (5–7 patients per day) that allow time for thorough assessments, patient education, and meaningful care
  • Structured two-week onboarding and training to support a confident transition into patient care
  • Digital tools and workflows that streamline charting and support clinical decision-making
  • Partnership with the Hygiene Support Team for mentorship and clinical support
  • Hands-on experience with advanced technology, including voice-activated perio charting, TRIOS® 3D scanning, and Videa AI
  • Ongoing learning and career growth through TAG University, offering in-person and virtual programs and continuing education (CE) to advance your career beyond the chair

What You’ll Do

  • Travel to nearby offices to support practice operations**
  • Partner with the doctor to develop and deliver personalized patient care plans
  • Utilize digital technology to support clinical assessments, case acceptance, and patient communication
  • Collaborate with the dental team to deliver exceptional patient experiences
  • Manage your schedule and supplies with the autonomy needed to provide comprehensive care

Qualifications

  • Associate degree or higher in dental hygiene from an accredited institution
  • Active dental hygiene license in the state of practice
  • Strong communication skills and a passion for patient education

*Benefits and incentives may vary by independently owned and operated Aspen Dental location; terms and conditions apply.

Aspen Dental-branded practices are independently owned and operated by licensed dentists. The practices receive non-clinical business support services from Aspen Dental Management, Inc., a dental support organization.

*May vary by independently owned and operated Aspen Dental locations.

Terms and Conditions Apply.

As this position requires daily travel to assigned offices, you must maintain a valid non-restricted driver’s license and appropriate insurance or the ability to be insured under the employer’s fleet insurance program (for those assigned a Company fleet vehicle). The Company reserves the right to request and review your Motor Vehicle Record at any time, according to state requirements.

ADMI Corp., d/b/a TAG-The Aspen Group, its affiliates, related companies and independently owned supported clinical practices are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers and welcome everyone to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Key Responsibilities

The dental hygienist will travel to various offices to perform oral health assessments, develop personalized care plans, and educate patients. They will collaborate with the dental team and utilize advanced digital technology to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care.

Key Skills

Oral health assessmentPatient care planningDigital charting

Dental Hygiene Career Context

Aspen Dental holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 72/100, 338 active listings.

Of the 40 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 35% have no call, 78% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$96k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $99k in an average-cost state. 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$96k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$7k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Dental Hygienist Jobs

23 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution23 jobs · 19 employers

6
<$110k
7
$110k-125k
7
$125k-140k
1
$146k
2
$156k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks17 jobs

401k / retirement match
94% this job
Sign-on bonus
47% this job
CME allowance
47% this job
Loan repayment
18%
Relocation assistance
12%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 5.7
Better work-life than 70% of Dental Hygiene listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,881 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in San Antonio

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$226k
Typical market rent
$1,386/mo
Residents’ average commute
25 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
94.7
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Aspen Dental

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Benefits & Perks

Uncapped Incentive Plan
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Paid Time Off
6 Paid Holidays
Free Continuing Education (CE) through TAG University