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Lexington, Kentucky

Dental Hygienist Lexington Smile Center

Dental HygienistPart-Time

Listed compensation

$43-$45/hr

The week · per this posting · Monday – Thursday

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Job Description

The Opportunity

Join Our Team at Lexington Smile Center!

  • Position: Part-Time Registered Dental Hygienist
  • Location: Lexington, KYSchedule: 3 days per week (Monday - Thursday) from 7:45 AM - 5:00 PM with a 1-hour lunch break
  • Hourly Rate: $43-$45/hr

based on experience Immediate Hire!

At Lexington Smile Center, we pride ourselves on creating a friendly environment where we provide high-quality dental care to our patients. Our team enjoys free CE events throughout the year, fostering a sense of community and fun. Join us and experience the benefits of being part of a supportive and dynamic team!

Why You’ll Love Working Here

  • Flexible Schedule: Monday - Thursday 7:45-5:00 part-time, 3 days per week, can be flexible with days worked
  • Competitive Pay: Earn $43-$45 per hour.
  • Community Events: Enjoy free events and activities throughout the year.
  • Positive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values quality care and a friendly atmosphere.

A Day In The Life Of

  • Conduct thorough dental cleanings and examinations.
  • Educate patients on oral hygiene practices.
  • Assist in the diagnosis and treatment planning for patients.
  • Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.
  • Collaborate with the dental team to ensure optimal patient care.
  • What You'll Bring To The Table

Ideal Candidate Characteristics

  • Friendly and Approachable: You love interacting with patients and making them feel comfortable.
  • Detail-Oriented: Precision and attention to detail are your strengths.
  • Team Player: You work well with others and contribute to a positive team dynamic.
  • Passionate About Dental Care: You are committed to providing the best care for your patients.

Requirements

  • Valid dental hygienist license in Kentucky.
  • Previous experience as a dental hygienist preferred.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Patient focus and positive attitude.

Ready to join a team that values your skills and offers a great work-life balance? Apply now and become a part of the Lexington Smile Center family!

Key Responsibilities

Conduct thorough dental cleanings and examinations while educating patients on proper oral hygiene practices. Collaborate with the dental team to assist in diagnosis and treatment planning while maintaining accurate patient records.

Key Skills

Dental cleaningDental examinationsPatient educationPatient record maintenanceTeamwork

Dental Hygiene Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Kentucky is 90.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$92k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $101k in an average-cost state. 61.6% of Kentucky clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 5% are remote, 48% have no call, 57% require no weekends.

What does the Dental Hygienist market look like in Kentucky?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$89k–$94kDental Hygienist median $99k (middle half $89k–$100k)34 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$101k in purchasing powerKentucky index 90.2 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dental Hygienist listings in Kentucky79 active5,807 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 5% remote · 48% no call · 57% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedUS healthcare professional listings: 23% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 6% offer loan repayment5,807 active listings, Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Dental Hygienist Jobs

40 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

27 jobs
12
<$105k
5
$105k-120k
3
$120k-135k
5
$135k-150k
2
$156k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

30 jobs · 29 employers
401k / retirement match
87%
CME allowance
50%
Sign-on bonus
40%
Loan repayment
10%
PSLF eligible
7%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Licensed Dental Hygienist - Roseville

Park Dental · Roseville, Minnesota

$60-$88/hr
#2

Part-Time Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)

Platinum Dental Services · Colorado Springs, Colorado

$68-$72/hr
#3

Dental Hygienist - Tufts Special Care Dental Clinics

$49.3-$68.1/hr
#4

Dental Hygienist - Tufts Special Care Dental Clinics

$49.3-$68.1/hr
+ 38 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 2.8
Better work-life than 40% of Dental Hygienist listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,151 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Lexington

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$312k
Typical market rent
$1,631/mo
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
92.9
State income tax
Up to 4.5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026).

BEA 2024 · Lexington-Fayette, KY metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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