Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) - Full-Time
Compensation
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Job Description
The Staff Pad has partnered with a leading dental clinic in Manalapan, NJ and we are looking to hire a dependable and patient centred Registered Dental Hygienist to promote oral health through through preventive care, patient education, and ongoing support.
In this role, Working alongside our dentists and dental team, you will help deliver high-quality patient care in a collaborative and welcoming environment.
Schedule: Full-time
Why This Opportunity?
- Opportunities for professional growth through leadership development
- Mentorship, peer support, specialty training, and continuing education
- Opportunities to advance your skills and career at your own pace
- What You’ll Do
Key Responsibilities
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene practices and preventive care
- Perform comprehensive dental hygiene assessments and preventive treatments
- Take and develop dental X-rays
- Screen patients for oral cancer and other dental conditions
- Maintain accurate patient records, clinical notes, and observations
- Follow infection control protocols to maintain a safe, sterile environment
- Participate in ongoing training and professional development
What We're Looking For
- Degree from an accredited dental hygiene program
- Current and valid state dental hygiene license
- Dental radiography certification
- Ability to perform thorough dental hygiene assessments
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to delivering exceptional patient care
What You Can Expect
- Clinical Autonomy
- Competitive Compensation
- Potential Sign-On Bonus
- Comprehensive Training and Continuing Education
- Leadership Development Opportunities
- Mentorship and Peer Support
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
- Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Flexible Spending (FSA), Health Savings (HSA), and Dependent Care Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Commuter Benefits
- Exclusive Employee Perks, Discounts, and Pet Insurance
A Collaborative and Supportive Team Environment
If you're a Registered Dental Hygienist looking to make a meaningful impact while continuing to grow professionally, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your dental hygiene career!
Requirements
Candidates must hold a degree from an accredited dental hygiene program and possess a current, valid state dental hygiene license. Additionally, a dental radiography certification and the ability to perform thorough assessments are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Dental Hygiene Career Context
The cost-of-living index for New Jersey is 108.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.8% of New Jersey clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 38% have no call, 60% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Dental Hygienist median $113k (middle half $109k–$118k)78 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | New Jersey index 108.8 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dental Hygiene listings in New Jersey | 63 active | —live on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| All dental hygienist listings in New Jersey | 128 active | 5,830 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 2% remote · 38% no call · 60% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | sign-on bonus | New Jersey healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 22% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 5% offer loan repayment128 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Dental Hygiene listings | 746 in the last 30 days | 462 the 30 days before (+61%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
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