Registered Dental Hygienist
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Job Description
- Job Title: Registered Dental Hygienist
- Department: Clinical
- Reports to: Chief Dental Officer
- FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
- Sign-on Bonus: $5,000
Company Overview
ProSmile is the fastest growing dental organization on the East Coast and Midwest. Our premier DSO is led by world class dentists who understand what highly skilled dentists and dental professionals need to grow a practice while focusing on delivering the best-in-class clinical care to their patients.
We offer up-to-date equipment and technology, experienced and friendly staff, and dentists who truly care about their patients, as well as competitive pay and, where applicable, a benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), training, and career growth opportunities.
Position Summary
ProSmile is looking to hire an enthusiastic dental hygienist to join our dedicated dental team. Thanks to a steady demand for our services and a loyal and strong patient base, we are expanding our horizon even further. As a result, we are looking for excellent talent to grow with us. Our Registered Dental Hygienist role is for any qualified individual, including recent Hygiene school graduates! We offer a competitive salary, with an option to join an amazing team.
The Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To
- Provide excellent patient care
- Take and develop dental x rays
- Assess patients’ oral health and report findings to dentists
- Document patient care and treatment plans
- Educate patients about oral hygiene techniques, such as how to brush and floss correctly
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Dental Hygiene license required
- Active CPR Certification is required.
- High school diploma or GED required
Knowledge and Skills/Expected Competencies
- Ability to clearly communicate medical information to professional practitioners and/or the general public.
- Ability to perform the duties and tasks of a Registered Dental Hygienist
Benefits Summary
At ProSmile, we are committed to supporting the health and well-being of our employees and their families. We offer the following benefits for Full Time Benefits Eligible Positions (35+ hours per week) and Part Time Benefits Eligible
Positions (30-35 hours per week):
- Medical Insurance: Choice of five comprehensive Aetna medical plans, including options with low copays, deductible-sharing, and national provider networks.
- Dental Insurance: MetLife plans offering preventative, basic, major, and orthodontic coverage options.
- Vision Insurance: Davis and UHC vision plans with annual exams, eyewear allowances, and contact lens benefits.
- Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts: Pre-tax savings accounts for medical, dependent care, and healthcare expenses.
- Life & Disability Insurance: Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance, with voluntary life, short-term, and long-term disability plans.
Additional Perks
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Identity Theft & Fraud Protection
- Legal Support Services
- Discount Programs (including pet insurance, travel, theme parks, electronics, etc.)
- Wellness Programs
- Financial Wellness and Planning Tools
Physical/Mental Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk and use hands and arms to operate general office equipment (PC, telephone, file cabinets, copier, fax machine and printer). The employee may occasionally lift and/or move between 10 and 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
The employee may need to travel to healthcare practices.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
The Company reserves the right to modify the job description based upon its needs and may require the employee to perform functions beyond those mentioned above. Neither this job description nor any other communication creates an employment contract between the Company and the employee.
Equal Employment
Our culture encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence, and leads in provider and patient satisfaction. Prosmile values diversity, inclusion, and equity as matters of fairness and effectiveness. We are committed to hiring and retaining a staff that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, fostering an inclusive working environment where staff of all backgrounds feel welcomed and engaged.
ProSmile is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from individuals underrepresented in the medical sector, including people of color, and persons with non-traditional work and educational experience. All who believe they meet the stated qualifications are invited to apply.
Company Safety
We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. ProSmile is committed to proactively creating and maintaining an environment that is safe for our team and patients. Employees are required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including face masks, gloves, gowns, and more as needed and in accordance with CDC standards.
Key Responsibilities
The Registered Dental Hygienist will be responsible for providing excellent patient care, which includes taking and developing dental x-rays, assessing oral health, and documenting findings for dentists. Additionally, the role involves educating patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and performing other miscellaneous assigned duties.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
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, 36% have no call, 64% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 7.1 / 10 · top 25% in dental hygienist | ranked against 2,151 Dental Hygienist listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Dental Hygienist median $112k (middle half $109k–$125k)21 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 | 59 active | —live on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| All dental hygienist listings in New Jersey | 129 active | 5,914 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 36% no call · 64% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | $5k sign-on | New Jersey healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 24% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 6% offer loan repayment129 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Dental Hygiene listings | 801 in the last 30 days | 431 the 30 days before (+86%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Registered Dental Hygienist at Pro Smile a 7.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Dental Hygienist — ranked against 2,151 active Dental Hygienist listings on WeekdayDoc.
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