Dental Hygienist

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Job Description

Dental Hygienist - Excellence Microdental Center

We are seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Dental Hygienist to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for providing high-quality preventive dental care, educating patients on oral hygiene, and supporting the dental team in delivering an exceptional patient experience. Your clinical expertise and patient-first mindset will play a vital role in promoting long-term oral health for our community.

Schedule: PRN position

Responsibilities

  • Perform thorough dental cleanings including scaling, polishing, and root planing as needed
  • Take dental x-rays
  • Conduct oral health assessments and chart conditions of teeth and gums
  • Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventive care
  • Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize instruments according to infection control protocols
  • Assist the dentist during exams and procedures as needed
  • Document patient care and treatment plans accurately in the dental record
  • Monitor and maintain hygiene supplies and equipment
  • Ensure compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and other regulatory standards
  • Please note that additional responsibilities may be assigned

Qualifications

  • Valid Dental Hygiene license in the state of practice
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Gentle and compassionate chairside manner
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
  • Attention to detail and commitment to delivering quality care

About Specialized Dental Partners

Specialized Dental Partners is a doctor-led network of 275+ specialty dental practices and 450+ doctors across multiple states. We offer the scale, resources, and professional connections that help specialists and teammates thrive, while maintaining the supportive culture and local relationships that define our organization.

Our purpose, We Care More, shapes how we support our doctors, teammates, and patients every day. We care more about patient outcomes, doctor success, teammate growth, meaningful relationships, and the communities we serve. By combining clinical excellence with a people-first culture, we create an environment where specialists can build rewarding careers while making a lasting impact.

At Specialized Dental Partners, you'll find more than a job. You'll find a community committed to helping you succeed. From mentorship and career development to clinical collaboration and leadership opportunities, we are committed to helping our people grow personally and professionally.

If you're looking for an organization where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your work makes a meaningful difference, we'd love to meet you!

Specialized Dental Partners, its affiliates, related companies and independently owned supported clinical practices are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

The salary range for this role is $ per hour. At Specialized Dental Partners, its affiliates, related companies and independently owned supported clinical practices, we are committed to ensuring fair and equitable pay for all employees.

We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding pay equity and non-discrimination.

Our compensation practices are designed to ensure that employees are paid fairly based on their role, experience, performance, and contributions to the company, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

We regularly review our compensation practices and conduct pay equity audits to identify and address any disparities. By fostering a culture of transparency and fairness, we aim to create an inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected.

Key Skills

Dental CleaningOral Health AssessmentPatient EducationDental Record DocumentationHIPAA ComplianceOSHA ComplianceTeamwork

Dental Hygiene Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Michigan is 96.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.8% of Michigan 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, 68% require no weekends.

What does the Dental Hygienist market look like in Michigan?
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Listed paynot listedDental Hygienist median $94k (middle half $85k–$102k)17 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost of livingMichigan index 96.2US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dental Hygienist listings in Michigan139 active5,704 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 2% remote · 38% no call · 68% no weekends50 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 contract/1099 Dental Hygienist Jobs

31 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

27 jobs · 25 employers
5
<$95k
14
$95k-115k
3
$115k-135k
2
$135k-155k
3
$156k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

27 jobs · 25 employers
401k / retirement match
89%
CME allowance
56%
Sign-on bonus
33%
Loan repayment
15%
Relocation assistance
7%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Dental Hygienist

Independence Dental Services LP · Chicago, Illinois

$75/hr
#2

Dental Hygienist | $40,000 in Tuition Reimbursement

Platinum Dental Services · Wheat Ridge, Colorado

$70-$75/hr
#3

Dental Hygienist| $40,000 Tuition Reimbursement

$65-$75/hr
#4

Dental Hygienist

$60-$70/hr
+ 29 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 Specialized Dental Partners

Hospitals and Health Care
Franklin, Tennessee
201-500 employees

Living in Lapeer

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$265k
Typical market rent
$1,463/mo
Residents’ average commute
25 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
100.3
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 · Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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