Dental Hygienist

Dental HygienistPart-Time

Listed compensation

$45-$48/hr

The week · per this posting

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Job Description

About the Practice

For 50 years, Christensen Prosthodontics has been a trusted name in Utah Valley dentistry. Founded in 1976 by renowned prosthodontist and educator Dr. Gordon Christensen, our specialist-led team delivers the highest-quality results with the latest technology and patients tell us so, with a 4.9-star Google rating. We’re looking for a committed team player who is ready to go above and beyond for our patients.

Why You’LL Love It Here

Work alongside Dr. Will Christensen and Dr. Kellen McWhorter, specialists who bring you into the treatment-planning conversation

You’re a real part of the clinical team: take radiographs, pre-diagnose, and collaborate with the doctor on treatment plans

Modern, fully digital office: digital X-rays in every operatory (Dexis), plumbed and in-use nitrous, and Dentrix

  • A fee-for-service practice focused on quality care, not insurance-driven rush
  • Time with every patient: minimal patient cross-over time means each appointment is truly “your” time with them
  • A paid working interview so you can meet the team and see if it’s the right fit
  • Part-time with a built-in work-life balance: Mondays and Wednesdays only

Where You’LL Practice

Orem sits at the heart of Utah Valley, with Mount Timpanogos, Utah Lake, and Provo Canyon right in your backyard. It’s a community-minded area with an easy commute, great outdoor access, and plenty of reasons to love your days off.

Position Summary

We’re looking for an experienced, licensed, compassionate Dental Hygienist who takes pride in preventive care and patient education, and who is happy to jump in wherever the team needs support. You’ll join an established team of two doctors, two part-time hygienists, dental assistants, front desk, and sterilization support — a group that genuinely has your back.

What You’LL Do

  • Clinical Care
  • Perform dental cleanings, including prophylaxis, scaling, and root planing
  • Conduct periodontal assessments and charting
  • Administer local anesthesia (required)
  • Take digital radiographs, pre-diagnose findings, and collaborate with the doctor on treatment plans
  • Take impressions for items such as bleaching trays
  • Administer preventive treatments such as fluoride and sealants
  • Spot signs of oral disease early and loop the doctor in fast

Patient Education & Experience

  • Educate patients — mostly adults, plus some referred teens — on oral hygiene and long-term care of their restorations in a way that actually sticks
  • Reinforce the doctors’ treatment recommendations with clarity and confidence
  • Help support our new-patient team and welcome new patients
  • Send patients out the door with clear, thorough post-treatment care instructions
  • Team & Compliance
  • Maintain accurate, thorough patient records
  • Follow OSHA, HIPAA, and infection-control protocols without exception
  • Collaborate with the team to keep patient flow smooth and on time

Qualifications

  • Required
  • Valid Utah Dental Hygiene license
  • Ability to administer local anesthesia (anesthesia certificate)
  • Current CPR/BLS certification
  • Experience as a dental hygienist
  • Preferred
  • Experience with digital radiography and Dentrix — a plus, not required
  • A willingness to go above and beyond and be a supportive team member

Schedule

Part-time, in person: Mondays and Wednesdays, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. This is a patient-facing clinical role that involves prolonged standing and fine motor work. Ready to start as soon as possible.

Compensation & Retirement

  • $45–$48 per hour, based on experience
  • 401(k) with a generous match: 100% match on the first 3% you contribute, plus a 50% match on the next 2% (4% and 5%)
  • Part-time position – health and other benefits are not included

How to Apply

Ready to join a team that has your back? Apply now — all inquiries are kept strictly confidential.

This job description reflects the primary duties and expectations of the Dental Hygienist role and is not an exhaustive list. Responsibilities may be adjusted based on practice size, volume, and leadership direction.

Equal Employment Opportunity

This organization provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, termination, compensation, benefits, and training.

Key Responsibilities

Perform clinical dental hygiene procedures including cleanings, periodontal assessments, and the administration of local anesthesia. Collaborate with the dental team to develop treatment plans and provide thorough patient education on oral hygiene.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Periodontal assessmentLocal anesthesia administrationOSHA complianceHIPAA compliance

Dental Hygiene Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Utah is 98.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$97k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $98k in an average-cost state. 58.6% of Utah clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 42 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 38% have no call, 64% require no weekends.

How does Confidential Employer compare as an employer?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.4 / 10 · above average in dental hygienistranked against 2,151 Dental Hygienist listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$94k–$100kDental Hygienist median $97k (middle half $93k–$100k)38 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$98k in purchasing powerUtah index 98.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dental Hygiene listings in Utah22 active—live on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
All dental hygienist listings in Utah79 active5,872 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 38% no call · 64% no weekends42 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedUS healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 25% state a sign-on bonus (median $15k) · 7% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Dental Hygiene listings799 in the last 30 days432 the 30 days before (+85%)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. Utah figures use all dental hygienists: too few Utah Dental Hygiene postings state pay.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Dental Hygienist at Confidential Employer a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Dental Hygienist — ranked against 2,151 active Dental Hygienist listings on WeekdayDoc.

Top Dental Hygienist Jobs

42 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

36 jobs · 26 employers
14
<$105k
9
$105k-125k
6
$125k-145k
6
$145k-165k
1
$166k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

37 jobs · 26 employers
401k / retirement match
95% this job
Sign-on bonus
43%
CME allowance
41%
Loan repayment
5%
PSLF eligible
5%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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$70-$75/hr
#2

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$65 an hour
#3

Dental Hygienist (RDH)- Fridays Only!

$55/hr
#4

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+ 40 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 6.4
Better work-life than 70% 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 Confidential Employer

Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
Salt Lake City , Utah
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

401(k) with 100% match on first 3% and 50% match on next 2%
Paid working interview
Modern fully digital office (Dexis, Dentrix)
Part-time schedule (Mondays and Wednesdays only)

Living in Orem

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$470k
Typical market rent
$1,512/mo
Residents’ average commute
20 min
State income tax
Up to 4.8%
Sources & methodology

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

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