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Dental Care Alliance
Berkley, Michigan

Dental Hygienist

DentalPart-Time

Listed compensation

$45-$50/hr

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Job Description

Contemporary Dentistry is looking for a part-time Dental Hygienist in Berkley, MI to join our clinical team by providing a high level of patient care and satisfaction while operating in a team-based environment. We are committed to providing comprehensive, personalized care in a warm and welcoming environment, prioritizing patient comfort and advanced treatments for optimal oral health.

As a Dental Hygienist at Contemporary Dentistry, you'll provide exceptional care through routine cleanings, assessments, and education, while supporting a dynamic team of dental professionals. We offer a friendly, growth-oriented workplace where patient comfort is always a priority.

  • Compensation & Incentives
  • Competitive salary range: $45-$50/hour

Health & Well-Being

  • Optional supplemental coverage, including accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans with wellness incentives
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their families
  • Pet insurance and pet care discount programs
  • Financial Wellness & Retirement
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match

Identity Theft Protection

  • Student loan and financial wellness support through Candidly®, including personalized counseling, repayment optimization tools, and strategies to reduce financial stress; employer-sponsored student loan contributions may apply for eligible roles
  • Professional Growth & Practice Support
  • Continuing education opportunities and professional development support
  • Collaborative, team-focused work environment with access to modern dental technology
  • Note: Benefits may vary by role, location, and eligibility.

How to Apply

Be part of our journey to shape the future of dentistry. Apply today by submitting your resume using the link below. We look forward to connecting with you.

Responsibilities

  • Perform routine dental cleanings and oral health Assessments
  • Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and preventative care
  • Assist dentists with exams and treatments, and take dental X-rays

Maintain accurate patient records and ensure compliance with industry regulations and adhere to sterilization protocols

Qualifications

  • Education: Associate or bachelor's degree in Dental Hygiene
  • License: Active state license as a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)
  • Certifications: Local anesthesia certification and CPR/First Aid (if applicable
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Detail-oriented with a commitment to patient care and comfort0

Legal Disclaimer

We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. All benefits are subject to potential vesting and eligibility requirements. The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ancestry, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, religious creed or belief, physical or mental disability, marital or familial status, legally protected medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree

Key Skills

Patient educationRecord keepingCommunication skills

Dental Hygiene Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Michigan is 96.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.8% of Michigan 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, 60% require no weekends.

Top Dental Hygienist Jobs

39 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution30 jobs · 28 employers

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<$110k
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$110k-125k
5
$125k-140k
1
$146k
2
$156k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks32 jobs · 28 employers

401k / retirement match
91% this job
CME allowance
56% this job
Sign-on bonus
38%
Loan repayment
6% this job
Relocation assistance
6%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Licensed Dental Hygienist - Roseville

Park Dental · Roseville, Minnesota

$60-$88/hr
#2

Registered Dental Hygienist - On CallPer Diem

Chapa-De Indian Health · Rocklin, California

$55-$65/hr
#3

Dental Hygienist (RDH)

$60-$65/hr
#4

Dental Hygienist - Part-time - Fridays

$50-$60/hr
+ 37 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.

Living in Berkley

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$322k
Typical market rent
$2,161/mo
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
100.3
State income tax
Up to 4.3%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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Benefits & Perks

Optional supplemental coverage (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Pet insurance and pet care discounts
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Identity theft protection
Student loan and financial wellness support through Candidly®
Continuing education opportunities
Professional development support