Dental Hygienist
Listed compensation
$44-$49/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumedWeekdays only
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Job Description
$10,000 SIGN-ON BONUS
Join a mission-driven team making a difference in the lives of patients every day.
Mountain Family Health Centers is seeking a Dental Hygienist to join our integrated care team. We provide high-quality, affordable healthcare to communities throughout Colorado's mountain region. If you're looking for a rewarding career where you can focus on patient care while enjoying exceptional work-life balance, this is the opportunity for you.
Why Join Mountain Family?
- $10,000 Sign-On Bonus
- Competitive hourly pay plus geographic differential
- Family-friendly schedules with no evenings or weekends (multiple FTE options to work with employee's schedule)
- Supportive, collaborative dental team
- Opportunity to serve a diverse patient population
- Work in one of Colorado's most beautiful mountain communities
- Hiking, biking, skiing, rafting, and more outdoor recreation right outside your door
Join a mission-focused team, where we work every day to improve the health of our community by providing equitable and affordable medical, behavioral, and dental healthcare for all. As part of a dedicated, mission‑driven team, you’ll contribute to whole‑person, integrated care that supports patients across the region.
Build a meaningful career while enjoying life in a vibrant mountain community at a workplace committed to family‑friendly scheduling and true work–life balance.
With year‑round access to skiing, hiking, biking, and a wide range of outdoor recreation, this is an ideal opportunity for individuals seeking both professional fulfillment and an exceptional quality of life.
Enjoy a generous compensation and benefits package, including paid time off, sick leave, and dedicated wellness hours.
Who is Mountain Family Health Centers? mountainfamily.org
What We Have Achieved
- NCQA PATIENT CENTERED MEDICAL HOME
- TIER 1 MEDICAID PROVIDER
- HEALTH LINKS™ HEALTHY BUSINESS LEADER – 2021
- TOP FIVE COLORADO GOVERNOR’S AWARD FOR WORKSITE WELLNESS – 2019
General Purpose
The Dental Hygienist will clean teeth and examine oral areas, head, and neck for signs of oral disease. The position also educates patients on oral hygiene, takes and develops x-rays, and applies fluoride or sealants.
Job Qualifications
1. Graduation from an accredited school of dental hygiene.
2. Three years’ experience in a dental practice setting preferred.
3. Unrestricted license to practice Oral Hygiene in the State of Colorado
4. Current CPR (BLS) certification.
Salary: $44.00-$49.00/hour, DOQ, which includes $2.16 geographic pay incentive based on location
$10,000 Sign on Bonus!
Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, 403B retirement plan with 3% matching after 1 year of employment, 7 Paid Holidays, 124 PTO hours within the first year, Access to Employee Assistance Program, FAMLI CO State Leave, Worksite Wellness Program and much more.
Application Close Date: Until Filled
MFHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a workplace where all employees and applicants are treated with dignity and respect and have equal opportunities to succeed. We maintain a work environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation and make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.
Key Responsibilities
The Dental Hygienist is responsible for cleaning teeth and examining the oral area, head, and neck for signs of disease. Additionally, the role involves educating patients on oral hygiene and performing clinical tasks such as taking x-rays and applying sealants.
Requirements
Candidates must have graduated from an accredited school of dental hygiene and hold an unrestricted license to practice in Colorado. A current CPR (BLS) certification is required, and three years of experience in a dental practice is preferred.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Dental Hygiene Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Colorado is 103.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$97k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $94k in an average-cost state. 60.9% of Colorado clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Mountain Family Health Centers holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 76/100, 7 active listings.
| 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 |
| Listed pay | $92k–$102k | Dental Hygienist median $135k (middle half $130k–$146k)32 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$94k in purchasing power | Colorado index 103.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dental Hygienist listings in Colorado | 187 active | 5,632 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 33% no call · 63% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | $10k sign-on | Colorado healthcare professional listings: 16% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 12% offer loan repayment187 active listings, Oct 2026 |
| Mountain Family Health Centers | silver tier, 76/100 | Top Employers work-life index7 active listings |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Dental Hygienist at Mountain Family Health Centers 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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