Dental Hygienist (Welcoming Bonus)

DentalFull-Time

Listed compensation

$45/HR

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Job Description

Join the future of dentistry, led by dentists

We're reshaping the way patients experience dental care. By placing patients and providers at the core of our approach, we're breaking new ground in the world of dentistry. Since our inception in 2014, we've touched the lives of hundreds of thousands of patients and have emerged as a leading and distinguished dental organization, led by dentists. If you’re a motivated change-maker looking to build a lifelong career in dentistry – now is the time to take part in our journey.

We are currently offering a $5,000 Welcoming Bonus for the right candidate!

Our Practice

  • Toledo Periodontics
  • 5937 Renaissance Pl, Toledo, OH 43623

Hiring Schedule

  • Monday: 8:00am-4:00pm
  • Tuesday: 8:00am-5:00pm
  • Wednesday: 8:00am-5:00pm
  • Thursday: 8:00am-5:00pm
  • Open to discuss part-time opportunities as well!

Working as a Hygienist with Us

  • 1-Hour recall appointments: We prioritize quality care with dedicated time for each patient.
  • Modern and Safe Practice Environments: Enjoy working in a contemporary dental setting mindful of compliance and safety.
  • Growth Opportunities: Our growing Hygiene Executive Committee supports and leads our entire hygiene team.

Responsibilites

Providing a high level of concierge care with exceptional chair side manners, building trust with our patients.

  • Enhancing overall oral health by identifying signs of periodontal disease or potential oral cancers.
  • Thoroughly documenting and reviewing detailed patient medical histories and chief complaints.
  • Taking x-rays and intraoral images to aide in treatment planning and note any progress/changes.
  • Conducting precise oral hygiene procedures aligned with treatment plans prescribed by the attending Dentist.
  • Proficiently handle emergency measures in response to sudden adverse developments during patient treatment.
  • Provide instructions for at-home care and oral health maintenance.

Qualifications

  • Active Registered Dental Hygienist license in respective state
  • Current CPR (BLS) Certification.
  • Exceptional working knowledge of comprehensive dentistry, encompassing dental hygiene procedures, patient screening, and meticulous documentation.
  • Any additional certification/license as required by the state to perform specified duties.

Our Benefits

  • Generous Compensation: We invest in the best and are competitive in our salary offers.
  • Quarterly Bonusing: Regular bonusing opportunity based on performance goals.
  • Flexible Health and Vision Insurance Plans: Tailored options for you and your family's well-being.
  • 401(K) Retirement Plan with Matching: Secure your financial future with our employer-matched plan.
  • Generous Paid-Time Off: Accrue up to 3 weeks, plus an annual "you" day for self-care.
  • Hygiene Executive Committee: An annual committee made up of our top hygienists.
  • Exclusive In-house Dental Program: Heavily discounted services for you and your immediate family.
  • Fresh Scrubs: Accrue an annual scrub allowance through our uniform partners.
  • Extra Perks and Fringe Benefits: Enjoy additional benefits and ongoing perks for our dedicated teams.

*All benefits available at full-time employment (30+ hours weekly). Some benefits available for part-time employees as well.

Salary Range: $45/HR+

Step Into a New Era

A modern practice environment designed for superior care and comfort. We embrace cutting-edge technology in a soothing environment that goes beyond your ordinary dental practice. We’ve thought through every step in the patient’s experience to perfect our communication and care so that each visit is an eagerly anticipated event.

We’re a team that supports your success. Emphasizing health over sales, we cultivate a warm, supportive culture without the pressure of production quotas. Those motivated for growth in their career are encouraged and supported to reach their full potential.

Our company celebrates diversity.

Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression in terms of all conditions of employment.

Our diversity is one of our greatest strengths, and as an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are proud to promote a work environment where all differences are respected.

Key Responsibilities

The dental hygienist will provide high-quality concierge care, including performing oral hygiene procedures and identifying signs of periodontal disease or oral cancer. They are also responsible for documenting patient medical histories, taking diagnostic images, and providing instructions for at-home oral health maintenance.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Periodontal disease identificationOral cancer screeningX-ray imagingIntraoral imagingEmergency responsePatient educationMedical history documentationChairside manner

Dental Hygiene Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Ohio is 92.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.3% of Ohio clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 35% have no call, 65% require no weekends.

What does the Dental Hygienist market look like in Ohio?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedDental Hygienist median $104k (middle half $94k–$109k)78 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost of livingOhio index 92.8US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dental Hygienist listings in Ohio163 active5,702 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 35% no call · 65% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Dental Hygienist Jobs

19 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

19 jobs · 15 employers
3
<$100k
6
$114k
5
$120k-140k
5
$140k-160k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

18 jobs · 15 employers
401k / retirement match
100% this job
CME allowance
72%
Sign-on bonus
50% this job
Loan repayment
17%
Relocation assistance
11%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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$75/hr
#2

Dental Hygienist | $40,000 in Tuition Reimbursement

Platinum Dental Services · Wheat Ridge, Colorado

$70-$75/hr
#3

Dental Hygienist| $40,000 Tuition Reimbursement

$65-$75/hr
#4

Dental Hygienist | $40,000 in Tuition Reimbursement

$60-$70/hr
+ 17 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.

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About Leading Edge Specialized Dentistry

Dentists

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) with Matching
Paid Time Off
Quarterly Bonusing
In-house Dental Program
Scrub Allowance
Hygiene Executive Committee

Living in Toledo

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$141k
Typical market rent
$1,151/mo
Residents’ average commute
20 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
91.5
State income tax
Up to 4%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Toledo, OH metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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