Dental Hygienist
Listed compensation
$60-$65/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
General Overview
Registered Dental Hygienist (FT)
Heiden Family Dental | Sunnyside, WA
Ready to love where you work? Heiden Family Dental is looking for a compassionate, patient-focused Registered Dental Hygienist to join our amazing team in Sunnyside. Whether you're an experienced RDH or a new graduate, we'd love to connect with you!
What We Offer
- $60-$65/hour based on experience
- $3,000 Sign-On Bonus
- Monthly bonus opportunities
- 401(k) with company match
- Comprehensive benefits package
- CE opportunities, mentorship, and ongoing professional development
- Modern technology and tools to support exceptional patient care
- A supportive team that values your clinical expertise and autonomy
Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (1-hour lunch)
- Wednesday & Friday: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM (30-minute lunch)
- Enjoy a consistent schedule with 36 hours per week and early finishes on Wednesdays and Fridays.
Why Join Heiden Family Dental?
At Heiden Family Dental, hygienists are respected healthcare providers and valued members of our team. We are committed to creating a positive workplace where you can build lasting patient relationships, provide outstanding clinical care, and continue growing in your career.
- New Graduates Welcome!
- Apply today and discover why Heiden Family Dental is a great place to grow your career.
Responsibilities
As part of our team, you will identify opportunities to discuss oral health hygiene of our patients as it relates to the mouth-body connection, including:
- Review and update dental x-rays and chart notes while maintaining dental equipment and x-ray machine.
- Record detailed narratives and probing depths for claims.
- Ensure OSHA/HIPAA compliance.
- Sterilize and maintain dental supplies.
- Successfully complete Scaling and Root Planning and/or Prophylaxis.
- Excel with placing fluoride varnish and sealants.
- Serve as a point of escalation for both patient and team relations.
- Maintain a safe and secure environment for patients and the team.
Qualifications
- Current Certification from an accredited Hygiene Program. Licensed in WA. New grads welcome!
- RDH license. Current CPR Certification.
- Demonstrates leadership and strong communication skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- We use Dentrix/Eaglesoft as dental software, previous experience is preferred.
Our team is committed to excellence in all aspects of patient care and dentistry. We believe in the importance of patient relationships built on mutual respect, kindness and trust. If exceptional care and a healthy work culture appeals to you, we would love to meet you. Apply today!
Our commitment to inclusion is woven into the core of who we are. We believe that we are strongest when we embrace the voices of our team members, patients, partners, and the communities we serve.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, status as a covered veteran, or any other class protected by federal, state, and local laws.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Dental Hygiene Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$130k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $121k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 40 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 43% have no call, 68% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.4 / 10 · above average in dental hygienist | ranked against 2,151 Dental Hygienist listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $125k–$135k | Dental Hygienist median $146k (middle half $128k–$154k)20 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$121k in purchasing power | Washington index 107.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dental Hygienist listings in Washington | 160 active | 5,704 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 43% no call · 68% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Dental Hygienist at Imagen Dental Partners 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.
Location & Logistics
Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$130k midpoint, that is roughly $5k–$9k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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