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Reservoir Family Dental
Cranston, Rhode Island

Dental Hygienist

Dental HygienistFull-Time

Listed compensation

starts at $46/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

Ask the employer about call expectations, weekend coverage, nights and shift pattern and time off.

Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

  • Job Title: Dental Hygienist
  • Department: Clinical Operations
  • Reports To: Practice Manager
  • FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
  • $6,000 Sign-On Bonus
  • Part-Time Hygienist Pay starts at $46/hour
  • Full-Time Hygienist Pay starts at $48/hour

Position Summary

As a Dental Hygienist, you are responsible for delivering high-quality preventative and therapeutic dental care while promoting overall oral health.

You will partner closely with dentists and the broader clinical team to provide an exceptional patient experience through education, treatment support, and compassionate care.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, patient-focused, and committed to clinical excellence while contributing to a collaborative and positive practice environment.

About Us

We are a growing, dentist-owned dental group dedicated to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care. Our team is built on collaboration, clinical excellence, and a shared commitment to creating a positive experience for both patients and team members. We foster a supportive and engaging environment where clinicians can thrive and continue to develop their skills.

Our practice is equipped with advanced technology, including intraoral cameras, cavitrons, a scanner, and digital Dexis x-ray sensors. We utilize Carestack, a modern, cloud-based practice management platform, along with Hu-Friedy EverEdge instruments to support efficient, high-quality care. Ongoing training and professional development are a core part of our commitment to our team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver preventive dental care, including cleanings, sealants, and fluoride treatments
  • Take and interpret dental x-rays
  • Maintain accurate and thorough patient records and treatment plans
  • Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and overall oral health
  • Effectively educates and motivates patients on periodontal health and performs therapies, including SRP and ongoing periodontal maintenance
  • Ensure proper sterilization and maintenance of instruments and equipment

Qualifications

  • Associate degree in Dental Hygiene required
  • New Graduates of a Dental Hygiene Program welcome
  • Active Dental Hygienist license (state-specific)
  • Current CPR certification
  • Strong communication and patient engagement skills
  • Working knowledge of HIPAA and patient privacy standards

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to sit, stand, and work chairside for extended periods.
  • Manual dexterity to operate dental instruments and equipment.

Compensation & Benefits

  • $6,000 sign-on bonus for full-time hires (prorated for part-time)
  • Three Year Contract
  • Competitive compensation based on experience
  • Comprehensive benefits for full-time team members (30+ hours), including:
  • Medical coverage with HSA or FSA options
  • Dental plan options
  • Life insurance
  • Short- and long-term disability
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and company-sponsored continuing education
  • Opportunities for additional bonuses and incentive pay

Key Skills

Preventative dental carePatient educationPeriodontal therapyInstrument sterilizationClinical documentationHIPAA complianceCommunication skills

Dental Hygiene Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Rhode Island is 102.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$98k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $96k in an average-cost state. 63.1% of Rhode Island clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 38% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

How does Reservoir Family Dental compare as an employer?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.6 / 10 · top 25% in dental hygienistranked against 2,151 Dental Hygienist listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$96k–$100kDental Hygienist median $109k (middle half $99k–$125k)642 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$96k in purchasing powerRhode Island index 102.3 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dental Hygiene listings in Rhode Island9 active—live on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
All dental hygienist listings in Rhode Island19 active5,962 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 38% no call · 70% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repayment$46k sign-onUS healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 27% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 6% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Dental Hygiene listings793 in the last 30 days438 the 30 days before (+81%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (2,151 Dental Hygienist listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page. Rhode Island figures use all dental hygienists: too few Rhode Island Dental Hygiene postings state pay.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Dental Hygienist at Reservoir Family Dental a 6.6 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.

Top Dental Hygienist Jobs

28 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

28 jobs · 20 employers
12
<$115k
4
$115k-130k
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$130k-145k
6
$145k-160k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

26 jobs · 20 employers
401k / retirement match
96% this job
CME allowance
58% this job
Sign-on bonus
46% this job

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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$65-$75/hr
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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 6.6
Better work-life than 80% 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 Reservoir Family Dental

Benefits & Perks

$6,000 sign-on bonus
Medical coverage with HSA or FSA options
Dental plan options
Life insurance
Short- and long-term disability
401(k) with company match
Paid time off
Company-sponsored continuing education

Living in Cranston

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$466k
Typical market rent
$2,092/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
101.8
State income tax
Up to 6%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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