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Aspen Dental
Lafayette, Louisiana

Dental Hygienist (RDH)

Dental HygienistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$104k-$125k

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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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.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive pay: $104,000- $124,800 annualized, plus an uncapped incentive plan rewarding patient-centered care
  • Sign-on bonus: $15,000* for tuition reimbursement, relocation, and more
  • Benefits for full-time and part-time hygienists, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) with company match*, paid time off and 6 paid holidays (may vary for part-time employees), free continuing educating (CE) through TAG University, disability coverage, Employee Assistance Program, and pet insurance

What to Expect

  • Full-time, part-time, or PRN opportunities designed to fit your life
  • 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

Partner with the doctor to develop and deliver personalized patient care plans while utilizing digital technology for clinical assessments. Manage your own schedule and supplies to provide comprehensive, patient-centered oral health care.

Key Skills

Oral health assessmentTreatment planningDigital chartingClinical collaboration

Dental Hygiene Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Louisiana is 88.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$114k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $130k in an average-cost state. 60.8% of Louisiana clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 45% have no call, 45% require no weekends.

What does the Dental Hygienist market look like in Louisiana?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$104k–$125kDental Hygienist median $100k (middle half $84k–$115k)46 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$130k in purchasing powerLouisiana index 88.2 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dental Hygienist listings in Louisiana53 active5,765 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 45% no call · 45% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repayment$15k sign-onUS healthcare professional listings: 24% state a sign-on bonus (median $9k) · 4% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Dental Hygiene listings724 in the last 30 days476 the 30 days before (+52%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Dental Hygienist Jobs

21 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

21 jobs · 13 employers
7
<$135k
6
$135k-155k
2
$156k
6
$183k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

21 jobs · 13 employers
401k / retirement match
100% this job
Sign-on bonus
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CME allowance
71% this job

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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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.

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About Aspen Dental

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

Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and 6 paid holidays
Free continuing education (CE) through TAG University
Disability coverage
Employee Assistance Program
Pet insurance
Sign-on bonus: $15,000 for tuition reimbursement, relocation, and more

Living in Lafayette

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$226k≈ 2.2× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,329/mo≈ 15% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
20 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
87.2
State income tax
Up to 4.3%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Lafayette, LA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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