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Pittsfield, Massachusetts

Dental Hygienist - Western Mass Periodontics

DentalNo weekendsNo nightsPart-Time

Listed compensation

$49/hr

The week · per this postingWeekdays only

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Empower Smiles and Your Career - Become a Dental Hygienist with Western Mass Periodontics in Pittsfield, MA!

At Western Mass Periodontics, we are proud to offer exceptional periodontal and implant dentistry in a welcoming and state-of-the-art environment. With locations in Great Barrington and Pittsfield, MA, our commitment to patient-centered care has earned us a 5.0 Google rating and a stellar reputation within our community.

We’re seeking a Dental Hygienist to join our dedicated team on a part-time basis. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to advanced periodontal care while building meaningful relationships with patients and collaborating with a skilled and supportive team.

Why Join Western Mass Periodontics?

  • Competitive Pay: $49/hour, tailored to your experience
  • Paid sick time for part-time employees
  • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy 2-day consistent schedule 8am-4pm (no late nights or weekends)
  • Professional Growth: Access to mentorship, Continuing Education (CE), and clear career advancement opportunities
  • Modern Technology: Work with Curve software, digital charting, and state-of-the-art tools
  • Convenient Locations: On-site parking at both facilities

About Western Mass Periodontics

Our practices are equipped with 5 operatories in Pittsfield and 3 operatories in Great Barrington, designed to provide personalized care in a comfortable setting. From advanced periodontal procedures to dental implant services, we are dedicated to creating custom treatment plans that meet the unique needs of each patient.

Location

  • 435 South Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201

Schedule

  • 16 Hours per week - 8AM-4PM

Your Role & Responsibilities

  • Greet and prepare patients for hygiene procedures with warmth and professionalism
  • Perform scaling, root planing, and fluoride treatments to support optimal periodontal health
  • Educate patients on oral hygiene and preventive care
  • Conduct head, neck, and oral cancer exams
  • Identify periodontal needs and collaborate with the dentist to provide exceptional care
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and OSHA-compliant workspace
  • Note: This role does not include capturing and interpreting x-rays

What You’ll Bring

  • Education: Associate degree or higher from an ADA-accredited dental hygiene program
  • Licenses: Active MA state dental hygiene license and CPR certification
  • Experience: 1+ year preferred, but new graduates are welcome!
  • Skills: Certification in anesthesia and proficiency in scaling and root planing (SRP) are a plus

Your Career Starts Here

At Western Mass Periodontics, you’re not just joining any practice - you’re becoming part of a team that values collaboration, innovation, and exceptional patient care. Take your dental hygiene career to the next level in a practice that prioritizes your growth and success.

Ready to Make a Difference in Periodontal Care? Join Western Mass Periodontics today and help us deliver comprehensive, patient-focused care in Great Barrington and Pittsfield, MA. Apply now to be part of our premier team!

Western Mass Periodontics is a proud affiliate of Affinity Dental Management, an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.

We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, or genetic information or other characteristics protected by law.

All candidates' employment is contingent on successful completion of a background check, reference check, and employment verification.

{Registered Dental Hygienist, Oral Hygienist, Dental Health Specialist, Dental Hygiene Practitioner, Periodontal Hygienist}

Key Responsibilities

The dental hygienist will perform scaling, root planing, and fluoride treatments while educating patients on oral hygiene and preventive care. They will also conduct oral cancer exams and collaborate with the dentist to provide comprehensive periodontal care.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an associate degree or higher from an ADA-accredited dental hygiene program and possess an active Massachusetts dental hygiene license. CPR certification is required, and while one year of experience is preferred, new graduates are welcome to apply.

Key Skills

Oral hygiene educationHead and neck examsOSHA compliance

Dental Hygiene Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Massachusetts is 105.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Affinity Dental Management holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 70/100, 14 active listings.

What does the Dental Hygienist market look like in Massachusetts?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.4 / 10 · above average in dental hygienistranked against 2,151 Dental Hygienist listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedDental Hygienist median $114k (middle half $107k–$120k)25 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost of livingMassachusetts index 105.8US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dental Hygienist listings in Massachusetts156 active5,677 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 3% remote · 35% no call · 63% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Affinity Dental Managementsilver tier, 70/100Top Employers work-life index14 active listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (2,151 Dental Hygienist listings), Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Dental Hygienist - Western Mass Periodontics at Affinity Dental Management a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Dental Hygienist — ranked against 2,151 active Dental Hygienist listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

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Salary Distribution

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
55% this job
Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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Relocation assistance
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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 6.4
Better work-life than 70% of Dental Hygienist listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,151 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
  • No nights
  • On-site
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About Affinity Dental Management

Hospitals and Health Care
Holyoke, Massachusetts
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Paid sick time
Continuing Education
Mentorship
On-site parking

Living in Pittsfield

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$312k
Typical market rent
$1,576/mo
Residents’ average commute
19 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
95.1
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Pittsfield, MA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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