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Ideal Dental
Hope Mills, North Carolina

Dental Hygienist

Dental HygienistIncludes weekendsPart-Time

Listed compensation

$130k

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Job Description

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Dental Hygienist –Take Control of Your Schedule and Earnings with Ideal Dental! $130,000+ annually with our INDUSTRY-LEADING MONTHLY (uncapped) HYGIENE INCENTIVE PROGRAM

At Ideal Dental, we’re on a mission to revolutionize dental care—and we want you to be part of the journey! As one of North America's fastest-growing dental groups, we're driven by our vision to provide exceptional, comprehensive dental services all under one roof. Established in 2008, we’re proud to be clinician-founded and clinician-led, with a focus on patient-centered care and an unwavering commitment to innovation and growth.

Ready to elevate your career in a fast-growing, patient-centered practice? At Ideal Dental, we offer flexible schedules, competitive compensation, and one of the best hygiene incentive programs in the industry. Whether you’re looking for full-time or part-time work, you’ll have the opportunity to earn up to $130,000+ annually with the potential for uncapped incentives.

Why You’ll Love It Here

Industry-Leading Hygiene Incentive Program – Maximize your earning potential with an uncapped monthly incentive program that rewards your hard work.

State-of-the-Art Technology – Work with the latest in dental tech, including iTero 3D scanners and fully digital practices to enhance your patient care.

Paid Training & Mentorship – Learn and grow with paid training and continuous support from experienced hygienists who help hygienists succeed.

Career Growth – We believe in promoting from within and offering clear paths to career advancement.

Comprehensive Benefits Package

  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Health & Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Long- and Short-Term Disability
  • Life & Accident Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays & CPR Recertification

Flexible Work Schedules – Full-time or part-time positions available, allowing you to balance work and life.

Work-Life Balance – We respect your time and promote a culture of leaving on time, helping you maintain your personal and professional well-being.

Supportive Team Environment – Join a team that values collaboration and growth, where your contributions are recognized and appreciated.

What You’ll Do

  • Collaborate with doctors and team members to ensure exceptional care and top-notch patient experience.
  • Greet patients with a smile and prepare them for dental exams.
  • Educate patients on oral health and provide personalized care instructions.
  • Perform general and periodontal cleanings, screenings, and offer recommendations for treatment.
  • What do you need to be a part of our team:
  • Active RDH Licensure (New Grads Welcome!)
  • A passion for patient care and a service-oriented, positive attitude.
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
  • Current CPR certification (AHA preferred, BLS with AED).

At Ideal Dental, we’re dedicated to putting smiles on the faces of our guests and our team. We foster a supportive, positive environment where every team member can thrive, grow, and enjoy their work. Join us and be part of a culture where your smile truly matters

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate with doctors and team members to provide excellent patient care, welcome patients, and prepare them for dental exams. Perform general and periodontal cleanings and screenings, educate patients about oral health, and recommend appropriate treatments.

Requirements

An active Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license and current CPR certification are required; AHA certification is preferred, and BLS with AED is accepted. New graduates are welcome, and candidates should have a positive, service-oriented attitude and be able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Certifications

BLS (preferred)

Key Skills

Patient EducationOral Health EducationDental HygieneGeneral CleaningsPatient ScreeningTreatment RecommendationsPatient CommunicationTeam CollaborationTime Management

Dental Hygiene Career Context

The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$130k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $138k in an average-cost state. 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Ideal Dental holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 71/100, 32 active listings.

What does the Dental Hygienist market look like in North Carolina?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.2 / 10 · above average in dental hygienistranked against 2,151 Dental Hygienist listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$130kDental Hygienist median $98k (middle half $85k–$109k)57 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$138k in purchasing powerNorth Carolina index 94.3 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dental Hygienist listings in North Carolina207 active5,733 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 48% no call · 43% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedNorth Carolina healthcare professional listings: 37% state a sign-on bonus (median $15k) · 4% offer loan repayment207 active listings, Oct 2026
Ideal Dentalsilver tier, 71/100Top Employers work-life index32 active listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (2,151 Dental Hygienist listings), Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Dental Hygienist at Ideal Dental a 6.2 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

20 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

20 jobs · 12 employers
5
<$120k
7
$120k-145k
4
$145k-170k
4
$183k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

20 jobs · 12 employers
401k / retirement match
100% this job
Sign-on bonus
70%
CME allowance
65%
Loan repayment
10%
Relocation assistance
10%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Licensed Dental Hygienist - Stillwater

Park Dental · West Lakeland, Minnesota

$60-$88/hr
#2

Licensed Dental Hygienist - Edinbrook

Park Dental · Brooklyn Park, Minnesota

$60-$88/hr
#3

Licensed Dental Hygienist - Riverdale

$60-$88/hr
#4

Licensed Dental Hygienist - Champlin

$60-$88/hr
+ 18 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 6.2
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.

  • Includes weekends
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About Ideal Dental

Hospitals and Health Care
Dallas, TX
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Industry-Leading Hygiene Incentive Program (uncapped monthly)
State-of-the-Art Technology (iTero 3D scanners)
Paid Training & Mentorship
Career Growth
Medical, Dental, Vision
Health & Flexible Spending Accounts
Long- and Short-Term Disability
Life & Accident Insurance

Living in Hope Mills

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$228k≈ 1.8× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,673/mo≈ 15% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
27 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
92.0
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.

BEA 2024 · Fayetteville, NC metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.