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Dental Care Alliance
Springfield, Massachusetts

Dental Hygienist

Dental 8.0 Work-LifeNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$48-$52/hr

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

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Job Description

Baystate Dental of Springfield is looking for a full-time Dental Hygienist in Springfield, MA to join our clinical team by providing a high level of patient care and satisfaction while operating in a team-based environment. We are committed to providing comprehensive, personalized care in a warm and welcoming environment, prioritizing patient comfort and advanced treatments for optimal oral health.

As a Dental Hygienist at Baystate Dental of Springfield, you'll provide exceptional care through routine cleanings, assessments, and education, while supporting a dynamic team of dental professionals. We offer a friendly, growth-oriented workplace where patient comfort is always a priority.

Our team works closely together in a state-of-the-art facility equipped with advanced technology such as Overjet, a CBCT scanner, hygiene lasers, and Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT). These tools help us deliver exceptional patient care while ensuring our hygienists have the resources and support they need to provide high-quality work they can take pride in.

  • Schedule: Monday - Fridays
  • Address: 1795 Main St STE 212, Springfield, MA 01103

What We Offer

  • Competitive hourly pay $48 -$52 + Bonus
  • $2,000 sign-on bonus
  • Flexible full-time schedule
  • Modern office equipped with the latest dental technology
  • Employer-supported dental benefits
  • Professional development assistance and continuing education opportunities
  • Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited program
  • Active or pending MA Hygiene License
  • X-Ray License required
  • Certification in local anesthesia (if applicable)
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Detail-oriented with a commitment to patient care and comfort
  • New graduates are welcome to apply

How to Apply

Ready to join a team that values your expertise and professional growth? Apply today by submitting your resume through the link below! We hope to hear from you soon!

Be part of our journey to shape the future of dentistry. Apply today to join our mission-driven team!

Responsibilities

Responsibilities

  • Perform routine dental cleanings and periodontal maintenance
  • Conduct oral health assessments and take dental X-rays
  • Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and preventative care
  • Assist dentists with exams and treatments as needed
  • Maintain accurate patient records, medical history and ensure compliance with industry regulations
  • Follow sterilization and infection control protocols

Qualifications

Qualifications

  • Associate or bachelor’s degree in dental Hygiene from an accredited program
  • Active state license as a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Detail-oriented with a commitment to patient care and comfort

Legal Disclaimer: We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. All benefits are subject to potential vesting and eligibility requirements. The company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ancestry, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, religious creed or belief, physical or mental disability, marital or familial status, legally protected medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree

Key Skills

Patient educationSterilization protocolsCBCT scanning

Dental Hygiene Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Massachusetts is 105.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$104k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $98k in an average-cost state. 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 28% have no call, 73% require no weekends.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Dental Hygienist at Dental Care Alliance a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Dental Hygienist — ranked against 2,151 active Dental Hygienist listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Top Dental Hygienist Jobs

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Salary Distribution29 jobs · 22 employers

9
<$110k
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$110k-125k
5
$125k-140k
1
$146k
2
$156k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks24 jobs · 22 employers

401k / retirement match
96%
CME allowance
58% this job
Sign-on bonus
38% this job
Loan repayment
13%
Relocation assistance
13%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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$75/hr
#2

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Platinum Dental Services · Colorado Springs, Colorado

$65-$75/hr
#3

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$65-$70/hr
#4

Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)

$65-$67/hr
+ 27 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 8.0
Among the best 10% of Dental Hygienist listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,151 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
  • On-site

Living in Springfield

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$310k
Typical market rent
$1,853/mo
Residents’ average commute
20 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
96.1
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 · Springfield, MA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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Benefits & Perks

Competitive hourly pay $48-$52 + Bonus
$2,000 sign-on bonus
Flexible full-time schedule
Modern office with advanced technology
Employer-supported dental benefits
Professional development assistance
Continuing education opportunities