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Jefferson Healthcare
Port Townsend, Washington

Full-Time Dental Hygienist

Dental HygienistNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$43.59-$67.42/hr

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Job Description

Dental Hygienist

Bonus Eligible!

Announcement #278922

Jefferson Healthcare is seeking a full-time Dental Hygienist to become an integral part of our onsite and mobile Dental Clinic.

In this position, you will play a vital role in ensuring that our patients receive the highest standard of care by providing preventative dental care, documenting treatments, performing x-rays, and educating them about oral health.

To be considered for this role, candidates should have graduated from a Dental Hygiene Program, have a current AHA BLS certification, and a valid Washington State Dental Hygiene Certificate. Additionally, familiarity with CDC sterilization standards, patient safety protocols, and OSHA and WISHA regulations is essential. We are looking for a team player committed to delivering exceptional customer service.

If you are interested in a rewarding career where you can make a difference, we encourage you to apply today!

What You'll Need

  • Graduate from an accredited Dental Hygiene Program
  • Anesthetic Endorsement
  • Current Washington State Dental Hygienist License required
  • Current AHA BLS required

What We Can Offer You

  • Sign-on bonus eligible!
  • Medical, dental, vision, retirement, PTO and more!

Outstanding benefits, including 5% employer contribution to your retirement account and low insurance premiums for individuals and families. Benefits package is ranked in the top 1% in the state!

  • Opportunities for growth and development
  • Supportive and inclusive work environment
  • Schedule: 1.0 FTE; 40 hours/week; Day Shift
  • To apply: please visit our careers website at jeffersonhealthcare.org

This position will remain open until filled.

Jefferson Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Disclaimers

As part of Jefferson Healthcare's commitment to a safe and high-quality workplace, all candidates are required to complete pre-employment screenings, including a criminal background check, and for certain positions, a drug test.

Screenings are conducted in accordance with RCW 43.43.815, RCW 43.43.830-.842, and RCW 49.44.240, as well as Jefferson Healthcare's Drug and Alcohol Policy. Roles designated as safety-sensitive may be tested under a standard or modified (non-THC) drug panel, consistent with Washington State law.

The base salary range for this position reflects both market competitiveness and the full compensation potential for the role. Individual offers will be determined based on a candidate's qualifications and experience beyond the stated minimum requirements. In most cases, compensation will fall between the minimum and midpoint of the range. Placement above the midpoint will be reserved for candidates whose qualifications significantly exceed the minimum requirements.

Key Responsibilities

The dental hygienist will provide preventative dental care, perform x-rays, and document patient treatments. They are also responsible for educating patients on oral health and maintaining high standards of care in a clinical setting.

Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited Dental Hygiene Program and hold a current Washington State Dental Hygienist License. Additional requirements include an Anesthetic Endorsement and current AHA BLS certification.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Dental documentationX-ray performanceOral health educationAnesthetic administration

Dental Hygiene Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$115k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $108k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 43% have no call, 45% require no weekends.

What does the Dental Hygienist market look like in Washington?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score5.1 / 10 · above average in dental hygienistranked against 2,151 Dental Hygienist listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$91k–$140kDental Hygienist median $140k (middle half $128k–$151k)21 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$108k in purchasing powerWashington index 107.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dental Hygienist listings in Washington162 active5,813 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 43% no call · 45% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusWashington healthcare professional listings: 20% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 5% offer loan repayment162 active listings, Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (2,151 Dental Hygienist listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$115k midpoint, that is roughly $5k–$8k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Dental Hygienist Jobs

19 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

19 jobs · 12 employers
4
<$105k
1
$125k
8
$130k-155k
2
$156k
4
$183k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

19 jobs · 12 employers
401k / retirement match
100% this job
CME allowance
68%
Sign-on bonus
63% this job
Loan repayment
11%
Relocation assistance
11%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Licensed Dental Hygienist - Stillwater

Park Dental · West Lakeland, Minnesota

$60-$88/hr
#2

Licensed Dental Hygienist - Edinbrook

Park Dental · Brooklyn Park, Minnesota

$60-$88/hr
#3

Licensed Dental Hygienist - Riverdale

$60-$88/hr
#4

Licensed Dental Hygienist - Champlin

$60-$88/hr
+ 17 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 5.1
Better work-life than 60% 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 Jefferson Healthcare

Hospitals and Health Care
Port Townsend, WA
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Sign-on bonus eligible
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Retirement plan with 5% employer contribution
PTO
Low insurance premiums
Growth opportunities

Living in Port Townsend

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$672k
Typical market rent
$2,450/mo
Residents’ average commute
15 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

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