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Aspen Dental
Riverdale, Utah

Dental Hygienist (RDH)

DentalIncludes weekendsPart-Time

Listed compensation

$45-$50/hr

The week · per this posting

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Job Description

At Aspen Dental, dental hygienists are empowered clinicians and trusted oral health providers. You’ll be a valued clinical partner to the doctor, with the autonomy to assess oral health, recommend care based on clinical indicators, and educate patients – without being rushed.

Whether you’re a new graduate or an experienced hygienist, you’ll work in a modern clinical environment supported by advanced technology, structured onboarding, and hands-on training. Our independently owned practices foster strong local cultures while benefiting from the stability, resources, and innovation of a national network, so you can focus on delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.

Job Type: Mondays and 1 Saturday a month

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive pay: $45–$50/hr plus an uncapped incentive plan rewarding patient-centered care

What to Expect

  • Manageable schedules (5–7 patients per day) that allow time for thorough assessments, patient education, and meaningful care
  • Structured two-week onboarding and training to support a confident transition into patient care
  • Digital tools and workflows that streamline charting and support clinical decision-making
  • Partnership with the Hygiene Support Team for mentorship and clinical support
  • Hands-on experience with advanced technology, including voice-activated perio charting, TRIOS® 3D scanning, and Videa AI
  • Ongoing learning and career growth through TAG University, offering in-person and virtual programs and continuing education (CE) to advance your career beyond the chair

What You’ll Do

  • Partner with the doctor to develop and deliver personalized patient care plans
  • Utilize digital technology to support clinical assessments, case acceptance, and patient communication
  • Collaborate with the dental team to deliver exceptional patient experiences
  • Manage your schedule and supplies with the autonomy needed to provide comprehensive care

Qualifications

  • Associate degree or higher in dental hygiene from an accredited institution
  • Active dental hygiene license in the state of practice
  • Strong communication skills and a passion for patient education

*Benefits and incentives may vary by independently owned and operated Aspen Dental location; terms and conditions apply.

Aspen Dental-branded practices are independently owned and operated by licensed dentists. Practices receive non-clinical business support from Aspen Dental Management, Inc., a dental support organization. ADMI Corp., doing business as TAG, The Aspen Group, its affiliates, related companies, and independently owned supported clinical practices are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Key Responsibilities

You will partner with the doctor to develop personalized patient care plans and perform clinical assessments using advanced digital technology. You are responsible for managing your schedule and supplies while providing high-quality, patient-centered oral health care.

Key Skills

Oral health assessmentClinical documentationTreatment planning

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 ~$99k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $100k in an average-cost state. 58.6% of Utah clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 43 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 40% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

What does the Dental Hygienist market look like in Utah?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$94k–$104kDental Hygienist median $95k (middle half $92k–$99k)18 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$100k in purchasing powerUtah index 98.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dental Hygienist listings in Utah85 active5,706 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 2% remote · 40% no call · 60% no weekends43 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

42 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

28 jobs · 25 employers
13
<$110k
7
$110k-130k
5
$130k-150k
3
$156k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

37 jobs · 25 employers
401k / retirement match
86%
CME allowance
54% this job
Sign-on bonus
41%
Loan repayment
5%
PSLF eligible
5%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Licensed Dental Hygienist - Roseville

Park Dental · Roseville, Minnesota

$60-$88/hr
#2

Registered Dental Hygienist - On CallPer Diem

Chapa-De Indian Health · Rocklin, California

$55-$65/hr
#3

Dental Hygienist (RDH)

$60-$65/hr
#4

Dental Hygienist - Part-time - Fridays

$50-$60/hr
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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 3.9
Better work-life than 50% 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 Aspen Dental

Hospitals and Health Care
Chicago, IL
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive pay
Uncapped incentive plan
Structured two-week onboarding
TAG University continuing education
Mentorship and clinical support

Living in Riverdale

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$443k
Typical market rent
$1,361/mo
Residents’ average commute
18 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.