Dental Hygienist
Listed compensation
$45-$62/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Benefits
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Free uniforms
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Benefits/Perks
- Careers Advancement Opportunities
- Flexible Scheduling
- Competitive Compensation
Job Summary
We are seeking a qualified and caring Registered Dental Hygienist to join our team! As a Registered Dental Hygienist, you will provide top-notch dental care that makes our clients feel like family. You will screen patients, perform dental cleanings, and assist the dentists with exams and procedures.
The ideal candidate is state-licensed as a Registered Dental Hygienist and has at least two years of experience. If you’re friendly, outgoing, and committed to creating a fantastic dental experience, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities
- Welcome patients into the treatment area and make them feel comfortable
- Discuss the dental care plan with patients and answer any questions they have
- Prep sterilized equipment and make it available to the dentist for exams and procedures
- Take vital signs and accurately record medical histories
- Perform preliminary exams and collect oral health histories
- Evaluate patients for signs of gum disease, cavities, and infection
- Remove plaque and apply fluoride treatments
- Teach good oral hygiene techniques
- Create dental impressions
- Take x-rays
- Assist dentist during procedures and exams
- Adhere to all health and safety regulations and office policies
Qualifications
Associate’s Degree from a school certified by the Commission on Dental Accreditation, Bachelor’s or Master’s degree preferred
- Current Dental Hygienist licensure
- At least 1-2 years of experience in dental hygiene
- Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations and all dentistry safety guidelines
- Able to stand for extended periods and bend repeatedly
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
Qualifications
- Education
- Associate degree
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Dental Hygiene Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Georgia is 96.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$111k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $116k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Georgia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 40 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 43% have no call, 57% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $94k–$129k | Dental Hygienist median $109k (middle half $99k–$125k)636 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$116k in purchasing power | Georgia index 96.3 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dental Hygiene listings in Georgia | 57 active | —live on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| All dental hygienist listings in Georgia | 194 active | 6,004 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 43% no call · 57% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Georgia healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 18% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 6% offer loan repayment194 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Dental Hygiene listings | 823 in the last 30 days | 442 the 30 days before (+86%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
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