Dental Hygienist - Heights
Listed compensation
$48-$55/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
The Airway Dentists is a leading pioneer in providing exceptional dental care.
We are hiring Full-Time or Part-time Registered Dental Hygienist for our patient-centered office to join us in redefining the standard of care in dentistry.
The ideal candidate will have a passion for helping others and will be open to taking a new approach to dental care by bridging the gap between our wonderful patients and capable providers. They should be friendly, energetic, motivated, ambitious, self-starters, dependable, and organized with a cheerful attitude.
Why Join Us?
At The Airway Dentist, we’re committed to fostering a supportive and rewarding work environment. When you join our team, you’ll enjoy:
- Competitive Salary and Benefits
- Flexible Scheduling Options
- Opportunities for Continuing Education and Professional Growth
- A Positive, Team-Oriented Culture
- State-of-the-Art Technology
Your Role
As a Dental Hygienist, you’ll play a crucial part in ensuring our patients maintain excellent oral health. Your responsibilities will include:
- Conducting thorough dental cleanings and periodontal treatments.
- Educating patients on oral hygiene and preventive care techniques.
- Performing and analyzing dental X-rays.
- Collaborating with the dental team to provide comprehensive care.
What We’re Looking For
- Education: Graduation from an accredited Dental Hygiene program.
- License: Current TX Dental Hygiene license.
Skills
- Excellent communication, attention to detail, and a compassionate approach to patient care.
- Experience: Experience preferred, but new graduates are welcome to apply!
Key Responsibilities
The Dental Hygienist will conduct thorough dental cleanings, periodontal treatments, and analyze dental X-rays. They will also educate patients on oral hygiene and collaborate with the dental team to provide comprehensive care.
Requirements
Candidates must have graduated from an accredited Dental Hygiene program and hold a current Texas Dental Hygiene license. Excellent communication skills and a compassionate approach to patient care are required.
Key Skills
Dental Hygiene Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$107k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $110k in an average-cost state. 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 40 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 40% have no call, 68% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $100k–$114k | Dental Hygienist median $104k (middle half $99k–$109k)40 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$110k in purchasing power | Texas index 97.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dental Hygiene listings in Texas | 123 active | —live on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| All dental hygienist listings in Texas | 476 active | 5,962 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 40% no call · 68% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Texas healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 22% state a sign-on bonus (median $15k) · 2% offer loan repayment476 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Dental Hygiene listings | 810 in the last 30 days | 439 the 30 days before (+85%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$107k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$7k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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