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Aspen Dental
Niles, Michigan

Dental Hygienist (RDH)

Dental HygienistPart-Time

Listed compensation

$48-$52/hr

The week · per this posting

Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.

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Job Description

At Aspen Dental, dental hygienists are empowered clinicians and trusted oral health providers. You’ll be a valued clinical partner to the doctor, with the autonomy to assess oral health, recommend care based on clinical indicators, and educate patients – without being rushed.

Whether you’re a new graduate or an experienced hygienist, you’ll work in a modern clinical environment supported by advanced technology, structured onboarding, and hands-on training. Our independently owned practices foster strong local cultures while benefiting from the stability, resources, and innovation of a national network, so you can focus on delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive pay: $48 -$52/hr., plus an uncapped incentive plan rewarding patient-centered care
  • Benefits for full-time and part-time hygienists, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) with company match*, paid time off and 6 paid holidays (may vary for part-time employees), free continuing educating (CE) through TAG University, disability coverage, Employee Assistance Program, and pet insurance

What to Expect

  • Part-time opportunities designed to fit your life
  • Manageable schedules (5–7 patients per day) that allow time for thorough assessments, patient education, and meaningful care
  • Structured two-week onboarding and training to support a confident transition into patient care
  • Digital tools and workflows that streamline charting and support clinical decision-making
  • Partnership with the Hygiene Support Team for mentorship and clinical support
  • Hands-on experience with advanced technology, including voice-activated perio charting, TRIOS® 3D scanning, and Videa AI
  • Ongoing learning and career growth through TAG University, offering in-person and virtual programs and continuing education (CE) to advance your career beyond the chair

What You’ll Do

  • Partner with the doctor to develop and deliver personalized patient care plans
  • Utilize digital technology to support clinical assessments, case acceptance, and patient communication
  • Collaborate with the dental team to deliver exceptional patient experiences
  • Manage your schedule and supplies with the autonomy needed to provide comprehensive care

Qualifications

  • Associate degree or higher in dental hygiene from an accredited institution
  • Active dental hygiene license in the state of practice
  • Strong communication skills and a passion for patient education

*Benefits and incentives may vary by independently owned and operated Aspen Dental location; terms and conditions apply.

Aspen Dental-branded practices are independently owned and operated by licensed dentists. Practices receive non-clinical business support from Aspen Dental Management, Inc., a dental support organization. ADMI Corp., doing business as TAG, The Aspen Group, its affiliates, related companies, and independently owned supported clinical practices are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Key Responsibilities

Partner with the doctor and dental team to assess oral health, develop personalized care plans, and deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care. Use digital tools to support clinical assessments, patient communication, case acceptance, and efficient management of schedules and supplies.

Key Skills

Oral Health AssessmentPersonalized Care PlanningClinical AssessmentDigital ChartingTeam CollaborationSchedule ManagementSupply Management

Dental Hygiene Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Michigan is 96.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$104k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $108k in an average-cost state. 61.8% of Michigan clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Aspen Dental ranks #4 of 12 employers hiring Dental Hygienist on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

What does the Dental Hygienist market look like in Michigan?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score5.7 / 10 · above average in dental hygienistranked against 2,151 Dental Hygienist listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$108k in purchasing powerMichigan index 96.2 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dental Hygienist listings in Michigan149 active5,821 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 47% no call · 60% no weekends45 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedMichigan healthcare professional listings: 25% state a sign-on bonus (median $33k) · 7% offer loan repayment149 active listings, Oct 2026
Aspen Dental#4 of 12 for payTop Employers work-life index
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.

Top Dental Hygienist Jobs

44 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

30 jobs
9
<$105k
11
$105k-120k
2
$120k-135k
6
$135k-150k
2
$156k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

37 jobs · 31 employers
401k / retirement match
86% this job
CME allowance
51% this job
Sign-on bonus
38%
Loan repayment
5%
PSLF eligible
3%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Licensed Dental Hygienist - Roseville

Park Dental · Roseville, Minnesota

$60-$88/hr
#2

Part-Time Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)

Platinum Dental Services · Colorado Springs, Colorado

$68-$72/hr
#3

Dental Hygienist - Tufts Special Care Dental Clinics

$49.3-$68.1/hr
#4

Dental Hygienist - Tufts Special Care Dental Clinics

$49.3-$68.1/hr
+ 42 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 5.7
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.

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About Aspen Dental

Hospitals and Health Care
Chicago, IL
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and 6 paid holidays
Free continuing education (CE) through TAG University
Disability coverage
Employee Assistance Program
Pet insurance
Uncapped incentive plan

Living in Niles

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$228k
Typical market rent
$1,396/mo
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
92.4
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 · Niles, MI metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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