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Citrus Heights, California

Dental Hygienist - Citrus Heights Dental

Dental HygienistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$60-$64/hr

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Job Description

Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)

Citrus Heights Dental - Citrus Heights, CA

Proudly Supported by Mosaic Dental Collective

Citrus Heights Dental part of the Mosaic Dental Collective, is looking for a warm, detail-oriented, and patient-first Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) to join our team in the Citrus Heights, CA. This role is perfect for someone who loves building patient relationships, enjoys providing top-tier preventive care, and wants to be part of a fun, supportive environment.

As an RDH in our practice, you’ll have clinical autonomy, access to continuing education, and the backing of a collective that believes in empowering care teams to grow and shine. Your work will truly matter—and your patients will feel it.

  • What You’ll Do
  • Provide high-quality hygiene care including cleanings, scaling, and root planing
  • Educate patients on oral health and prevention in a way that feels personal and helpful
  • Take and interpret x-rays and assist in diagnosis and treatment planning
  • Collaborate with doctors and dental assistants for seamless patient care
  • Maintain accurate records and ensure a safe, comfortable care environment
  • Schedule: Full-time; 4 days/week
  • Pay: $60-$64/hr, depending on experience

What You Bring

  • Active RDH license in California
  • Strong clinical skills and gentle, thorough technique
  • A genuine love for connecting with patients and helping them feel at ease
  • A collaborative mindset and attention to detail
  • Bonus: Experience with Dentrix, Open Dental, or similar software
  • What You’ll Love About Working With Us
  • Competitive pay
  • Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401k match, vacation time)
  • A supportive team that respects your time and talents
  • Ongoing training and development through Mosaic’s network
  • A chance to grow your career in a warm, patient-centered environment

Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the Registered Dental Hygienist position. It is not exhaustive and may be subject to change or modification to meet the needs of the dental practice.

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality hygiene care including cleanings, scaling, and root planing while educating patients on oral health. Collaborate with doctors and dental assistants to ensure seamless patient care and accurate record maintenance.

Requirements

Requires an active Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license in California. Candidates should possess strong clinical skills and a collaborative mindset with attention to detail.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Dental hygienePatient educationX-ray interpretationClinical documentation

Dental Hygiene Career Context

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$129k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $116k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California 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, 43% require no weekends.

What does the Dental Hygienist market look like in California?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$125k–$133kDental Hygienist median $130k (middle half $120k–$137k)42 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$116k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dental Hygienist listings in California579 active5,813 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 45% no call · 43% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedCalifornia healthcare professional listings: 13% state a sign-on bonus (median $20k) · 4% offer loan repayment579 active listings, Oct 2026
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 · 12 employers
4
<$105k
1
$125k
8
$130k-155k
2
$156k
4
$183k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

19 jobs · 12 employers
401k / retirement match
100% this job
CME allowance
68% this job
Sign-on bonus
63%
Loan repayment
11%
Relocation assistance
11%

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
+ 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 Mosaic Dental Collective

Hospitals and Health Care
Vancouver, Washington
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive pay
Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401k match, vacation time)
Ongoing training and development

Living in Citrus Heights

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$459k
Typical market rent
$1,883/mo
Residents’ average commute
28 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
106.7
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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