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Kids Dental Brands
Pascagoula, Mississippi

Dental Hygienist

DentalFull-Time

Listed compensation

$40 an hour

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Job Description

Sign-On Bonus $7500

South Mississippi Smiles (Pascagoula) is proud to be part of Kids Dental Brands, a growing network of pediatric dental and orthodontic practices. Each local office maintains its unique identity while being supported by the shared resources, culture, and mission of our larger organization.

As we continue to grow, we're looking for a Hygienist to join our upbeat team of professionals. At Kids Dental Brands, our hygienists do more than clean teeth. They play a critical role in helping children build healthy habits, gain confidence, and develop positive lifelong relationships with dental care. Every day, you'll have the opportunity to educate patients, partner with families, and make a lasting impact on children's oral health.

We're looking for a clinician who is passionate about patient education, preventative care, and creating positive experiences that help children feel comfortable and confident in the dental office. If you're seeking a supportive team, meaningful patient relationships, and the opportunity to truly make a difference, we'd love to meet you.

  • Why You’ll Love It Here
  • A bright, modern, kid-focused office designed for fun and efficiency
  • The latest dental technology paired with a compassionate care approach
  • A team culture that celebrates growth, teamwork, and recognition
  • Real career pathways. Advance your skills and grow into leadership roles
  • The opportunity to make a lasting impact on children and families in your community

Health coverage, 401(K) retirement plan, PTO, paid holidays, and wellness days to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance

  • What You’ll Do
  • Prepare patients for treatment by welcoming, seating, draping, and soothing patient
  • Record observations about the child’s dental health, including notes on any infections or other problems that may require attention
  • Examine gums to assess levels of periodontal disease
  • Maintain instrumentation by sterilizing and sharpening instruments
  • Applying fluorides and other dental decay prevention agents
  • Provide quality patient care and education regarding tooth and gum care
  • Position Requirements
  • Associate's degree from an accredited Dental Hygiene program
  • Active Mississippi Dental Hygiene license
  • Current CPR/BLS Certification

$40 - $40 an hour

Sign-On Bonus $7500

Join Our Mission

Be part of something bigger. Help us deliver on our mission that every child, regardless of family income, deserves access to high-quality dental care in a fun, welcoming environment.

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Key Responsibilities

The dental hygienist will prepare patients for treatment, perform dental cleanings, and apply preventative agents like fluoride. They are also responsible for documenting patient health observations and educating families on oral hygiene practices.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an associate's degree from an accredited dental hygiene program and possess an active Mississippi dental hygiene license. A current CPR/BLS certification is also required for this position.

Qualifications

Education
Associate degree

Key Skills

Periodontal assessmentInstrument sterilizationFluoride applicationClinical documentationPediatric dental care

Dental Hygiene Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Mississippi is 87.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$83k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $96k in an average-cost state. 61.9% of Mississippi clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Dental Hygiene listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 35% have no call, 75% require no weekends.

Top Dental Hygiene Jobs

32 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution28 jobs · 26 employers

7
<$100k
9
$100k-120k
9
$120k-140k
3
$140k-160k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks26 jobs

401k / retirement match
92% this job
CME allowance
54%
Sign-on bonus
38% this job
Loan repayment
15%
Relocation assistance
8%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

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Independence Dental Services LP · Chicago, Illinois

$75/hr
#2

Dental Hygienist

Platinum Dental Services · Colorado Springs, Colorado

$65-$75/hr
#3

Dental Hygienist

$65-$70/hr
#4

Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)

$65-$67/hr
+ 30 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 Pascagoula

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$145k
Typical market rent
$1,119/mo
Residents’ average commute
19 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
90.0
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Gulfport-Biloxi, MS metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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Benefits & Perks

Sign-On Bonus ($7,500)
Health Coverage
401(K) Retirement Plan
PTO
Paid Holidays
Wellness Days