Perio Dental Hygienist Private Practice - $10,000 Signing Bonus
Listed compensation
$48/hour
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumedWeekdays only
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Job Description
Voted Madison’s Favorite Place to Work & Best Dental Practice
Dental Health Associates (DHA) in Madison, WI is seeking a dedicated Periodontal Dental Hygienists to join our East Clinic, our Old Sauk Clinic, and our Fitchburg Clinic. This is a unique opportunity to work directly with our periodontists, providing specialized periodontal care and supporting patients in achieving and maintaining optimal oral health.
Whether you’re an experienced hygienist with a background in periodontal treatment or a motivated hygienist eager to expand your skills, you’ll thrive in a supportive environment that values both people and patient care.
As a locally owned and doctor-led practice—not a DSO or private equity group— we provide stability, flexibility, and growth opportunities in a patient-focused culture.
Why Work at DHA?
For more than 55 years, DHA has served the Madison community with comprehensive, high-quality dental care. Unlike DSOs (Dental Service Organizations), we are doctor-owned and locally led, meaning our focus is on patients and staff—not outside investors.
Our recognition as Madison’s Favorite Place to Work and Best Dental Practice reflects our commitment to supporting our employees, investing in advanced care, and delivering exceptional results for patients.
Job Description
This role is based at our East, our Old Sauk Clinic, or our Fitchburg clinic within our Periodontal & Implant Specialists department. Scheduling can be full-time or part-time, with flexibility from one to five days per week.
Responsibilities
- Provide periodontal and preventive dental care, including scaling and root planning
- Take and process digital X-rays to support diagnosis and treatment planning
- Educate patients on oral hygiene, periodontal disease management, and home care techniques
- Maintain a sterile and organized treatment environment
- Accurately document patient care and treatment progress
Compensation and Benefits
Starting pay is $48/hour, with higher wages available based on experience. Experienced hygienists are encouraged to apply for competitive compensation tailored to their background.
Additional Earnings Include
- $10,000 signing bonus (eligible employees)
- Quarterly bonuses of $2,000 (up to $8,000 annually)
- Per-quad scaling bonus
- Per-day shift bonuses for additional coverage outside your normal schedule
- Overtime available (never required)
- Top performers can earn $100,000+ annually
Benefits Include
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Disability coverage
- Flexible spending account
- Paid time off
- 401(k) with employer match
- Profit sharing
- Tuition reimbursement
- Referral program, employee assistance program, and staff discounts
- Flexible daytime scheduling (no nights or weekends)
Qualifications
- Active Wisconsin dental hygiene license or eligibility (new graduates welcome)
- Current CPR certification
- Interest or experience in periodontal treatment and patient education
- Strong communication skills with a patient-focused, team-oriented mindset
Ready to Join Our Team?
We’ll support you every step of the way, whether you’re looking to specialize in periodontics or are ready to bring your periodontal expertise to a new practice.
- Apply today to join Madison’s Favorite Place to Work and Best Dental Practice!
- Dental Health Associates of Madison, LTD is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Healthcare Professional Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Wisconsin is 94.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$100k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $106k in an average-cost state. 60.7% of Wisconsin clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 36 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 42% have no call, 64% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.8 / 10 · top 25% in dental hygienist | ranked against 2,151 Dental Hygienist listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$106k in purchasing power | Wisconsin index 94.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dental Hygienist listings in Wisconsin | 167 active | 5,723 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 42% no call · 64% no weekends36 benchmarked listings |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Perio Dental Hygienist Private Practice - $10,000 Signing Bonus at Dental Health Associates of Madison a 6.8 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Dental Hygienist — ranked against 2,151 active Dental Hygienist listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.
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