Dental Hygienist
Listed compensation
$48-$61/hr
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Job Description
A team that is aligned and patient-focused creates a great environment for patients, and for you as a member of the team. This is what we strive to be and who we want to join us in providing the best care possible for patients to help our communities be healthier, feel better, and smile with confidence.
$10,000 Sign On Bonus! We are seeking a Dental Hygienist that shares our passion for patient care and education, as well as creating a welcoming environment.
Responsibilities
- Perform periodontal procedures in a manner that is best for the patient in accordance with all state dental board requirements
- Educate patients on strategies to prevent, diagnose, and treat periodontal disease as well as maintaining their oral health. Discuss the links between periodontal conditions and overall systemic health
- Chart conditions of periodontal disease for collaboration with the Dentist to develop the appropriate treatment plan
- Work collaboratively with the team on scheduling, ensuring an exceptional patient experience, and maintaining the condition of the practice and equipment
Qualifications
- Dental hygiene licensure compliant with the State Dental Board with no adverse actions
- Two (2) + years’ experience as a licensed Dental Hygienist preferred but not required
- Excellent communication skills with both the team and patients
- Proficient with Microsoft Office products and working with dental software, experience with Dentrix preferred
Benefits
As a valued team member, you’ll enjoy a rewarding career with growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits for full-time
Dental Hygienists include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Wellness Program
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Quarterly Bonus Opportunities and incentives on hygiene products
- Employee Referral Program Bonuses
- 401k
- Career Growth Opportunities
An equal opportunity employer and an advocate for diversity and inclusion
Hourly rate
$48—$61 USD
We take great pride in helping our communities be healthier, feel better, and smile with confidence. Daily, we are driven by our vision to provide an elite patient experience tailored to their needs to receive the best care possible.
Not only do our team members find it rewarding to help patients be healthier, but they also enjoy being part of an organization that supports their growth.
Our commitment to professional development and promoting internally when appropriate allows for tremendous career opportunities.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Dental Hygienist at Elite Dental Partners 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.
Dentistry Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Missouri is 90.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$113k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $125k in an average-cost state. 60.1% of Missouri clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.6 / 10 · top 25% in dental hygienist | ranked against 2,151 Dental Hygienist listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $100k–$127k | Dental Hygienist median $98k (middle half $59k–$177k)66 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$125k in purchasing power | Missouri index 90.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dental Hygienist listings in Missouri | 147 active | 5,625 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | $48k sign-on | Missouri healthcare professional listings: 19% state a sign-on bonus (median $15k) · 3% offer loan repayment147 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Dentistry listings | 213 in the last 30 days | 209 the 30 days before (about the same)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
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