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Austin, Texas

Dental Hygienist - David A Slaughter DDS

DentalNo callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$45-$50/hr

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Job Description

At David A Slaughter DDS, we take pride in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a warm, welcoming environment. We believe in building strong relationships with our patients and each other and creating a workplace where team members enjoy showing up every day.

We’re growing and looking for outstanding professionals to join our team.

Dental Hygienist – Focused on Healthy Smiles

Pay: $45 - 50 / hr.

Schedule: Mon 6:15 -4:00

  • Tues 6:15 - 4:00
  • Wed 6:15 - 1:00
  • Thurs 6:15 - 4:00

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

  • We take time to get to know our patients and provide care that’s personalized and thoughtful.
  • You’ll join a supportive team that values collaboration, communication, and growth.
  • We’re committed to clinical excellence and making a positive impact every day.

What You’ll Do

  • Deliver preventative care and educate patients on oral hygiene
  • Perform cleanings, periodontal therapy, and take radiographs
  • Collaborate with our clinical team to support overall patient care

What You Need

  • Dental Hygiene license and CPR certification
  • A genuine interest in patient health and wellness
  • Previous experience preferred

Benefits We Offer

  • Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan

Health and Vision Insurance

  • Employer-Paid Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Care.com Membership & Employee Assistance Program
  • Supplemental Coverage (Disability, Critical Illness, Accident)
  • Paid Scrub Allowance
  • Career Growth and Development Opportunities

At David A Slaughter DDS, you’re not just taking the next step in your career, you’re joining a team that values quality care, respect, and long-term success.

In hometown communities, SGA Dental Partners is a beacon of positive energy, delivering the highest level of clinical excellence and patient-centered care. Apply today to join us in making a difference!

In order to maintain a high level of clinical excellence, SGA Dental Partners and dental practices affiliated with SGA maintain a drug free and alcohol free workplace. All new hires are required to pass a full panel drug screening as a condition of employment.

SGA Dental Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at every level of our team. 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.

Key Responsibilities

The dental hygienist will deliver preventative care, perform cleanings and periodontal therapy, and educate patients on oral hygiene. They will also collaborate with the clinical team to support overall patient health and wellness.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a valid Dental Hygiene license and CPR certification. Previous experience in a dental setting is preferred.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Patient EducationClinical CollaborationOral Hygiene Instruction

Dental Hygiene Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$99k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $102k in an average-cost state. 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 30% have no call, 75% require no weekends.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Dental Hygienist - David A Slaughter DDS at SGA Dental Partners a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Dental Hygienist — ranked against 2,151 active Dental Hygienist listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$99k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$7k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Dental Hygienist Jobs

29 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution29 jobs · 23 employers

8
<$100k
9
$100k-115k
4
$115k-130k
5
$130k-145k
3
$145k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks23 jobs

401k / retirement match
96% this job
CME allowance
57%
Sign-on bonus
39%
Loan repayment
13%
Relocation assistance
9%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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#2

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$65-$75/hr
#3

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$65-$70/hr
#4

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$65-$67/hr
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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 6.6
Better work-life than 80% 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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Living in Austin

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$455k
Typical market rent
$1,586/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

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

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Benefits & Perks

Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off (PTO)
401(k) Retirement Plan
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employer-Paid Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Care.com Membership