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Van Buren, Arkansas

Dental Hygienist

Dental 8.0 Work-LifeNo callNo weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$50 an hour

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumedWeekdays only

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Dental Hygienist - Full-Time - $5,000 Signing Bonus!

Criswell Clinic - Van Buren, AR

Where the Cleanings Are Smooth, the Culture Is Strong, and the Team Feels Like Family

Come grow with us at Criswell Clinic—where dentistry meets community, connection, and a whole lot of heart.

We’re seeking a friendly, motivated Dental Hygienist to join our trusted team—celebrated by patients for our exceptional care and consistently glowing reviews on Google.

Our office celebrates wins with high-fives, supports one another like family, and creates an environment where both patients and teammates feel genuinely cared for.

Our office stands out for its fun-loving energy, friendships that extend beyond the workday, and a shared purpose of making a difference—especially through our work with special needs patients and partnerships with local organizations.

If you're someone who thrives on teamwork, loves a good laugh, and treats patients with the compassion they deserve, we think you’ll feel right at home here, and we’d love to welcome you aboard.

Pay: Up to $50 an hour depending on experience and skills, plus opportunity for monthly bonus

Comprehensive Benefits Include

Want to grow? We’ll hand you the roadmap—and the tools to crush it. With hands-on training, next-level fancy certifications (think lasers, sleep apnea, and anesthesia), and leadership development baked into the culture, your only limit is how fast you want to move. Oh—and we’ve got flex time, premium benefits, and a team that makes even Mondays feel good.

  • Clear path to maximize your earnings – Your growth is intentional, not accidental.
  • Training and certifications from day one – Expanded functions, lasers, sleep apnea screening—yeah, we do that.
  • Continuing education to keep you growing – Because staying sharp should be part of the plan.
  • Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, plus so much more! – Coverage that cares for you while you care for others.
  • Flex time and real work-life balance – Work hard, recharge harder.
  • Accrue 2 to 3 weeks per year of PTO (depending on tenure)+ 6 Paid Holidays – Go ahead—plan the trip!
  • 401(k) Program –Your future self is going to be happy you joined us.
  • Supportive, fun-loving team environment

Your Responsibilities

Absolutely, you’ll be scaling teeth, reviewing health histories, and talking perio—but around here, that’s just the starting line. We’re looking for someone who sees beyond the chart, educates with passion, leads with heart, and isn’t afraid to high-five a teammate between patients. If you thrive on growth, believe leadership is a mindset, and think every patient deserves VIP treatment, we have a spot for you.

  • Deliver top-notch clinical care, always putting the patient first – Wedon’tjust clean teeth—we change lives (and yes, it feels as good as it sounds).
  • Record and review medical histories with precision – Sherlock Holmes would be impressed by your attention to detail.
  • Educate patients on gum health and its ties to overall wellness – Because healthy smiles mean healthier lives—andyou’rethe MVP who makes it click for your patients.
  • Chart periodontal conditions and collaborate with the dentist – Teamwork makes the dream work—andyou’llbe right at the heart of it.
  • Create a welcoming, positive experience for every patient – From the nervousfirst timerto thenever-miss 6-month checkup superstar, you’llmake every visit feel like a win.

What You Bring

You bring the essentials: a license in good standing, sharp attention to detail, and the ability to talk tartar without boring people. But more than that, you're wired to hustle, serve, and win—because you're not just here to clean teeth, you're here to join a mission. You thrive in a team that high-fives between ops, you’ve got Raving Fans on your bookshelf, and you believe leadership isn’t a title—it’s how you show up (even for the 7 a. m. patient who forgot to floss).

  • Active Dental Hygiene license for AR in good standing
  • A warm, collaborative spirit and excellent communication skills
  • Strong attention to detail and a passion for patient care

Your next chapter starts here—with a team that believes in your talent, supports your goals, and makes every day feel like the right place to be. Don’t wait—hit apply and let’s get to work!

Key Responsibilities

The dental hygienist will perform clinical procedures such as scaling teeth, charting periodontal conditions, and reviewing medical histories. Additionally, they are responsible for educating patients on oral health and maintaining a welcoming, compassionate environment.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an active Dental Hygiene license for the state of Arkansas in good standing. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative, patient-focused mindset are required.

Key Skills

Patient educationPeriodontal chartingMedical history reviewLaser dentistry

Dental Hygiene Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Arkansas is 86.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.1% of Arkansas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 35% have no call, 73% require no weekends.

What does the Dental Hygienist market look like in Arkansas?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score8.0 / 10 · top 5% in dental hygienistranked against 2,151 Dental Hygienist listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedDental Hygienist median $109k (middle half $98k–$125k)557 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost of livingArkansas index 86.9US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dental Hygienist listings in Arkansas44 active5,721 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 35% no call · 73% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (2,151 Dental Hygienist listings), 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 at CPF Dental a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Dental Hygienist — ranked against 2,151 active Dental Hygienist listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

Top Dental Hygienist Jobs

19 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

19 jobs · 14 employers
3
<$100k
8
$100k-120k
6
$120k-140k
2
$140k-160k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

17 jobs · 14 employers
401k / retirement match
100% this job
CME allowance
71% this job
Sign-on bonus
41% this job
Loan repayment
18%
Relocation assistance
12%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

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Independence Dental Services LP · Chicago, Illinois

$75/hr
#2

Dental Hygienist

Elevate Dental Partners · Denver, Colorado

$60-$70/hr
#3

Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)

$65-$67/hr
#4

Dental Hygienist

$60-$65/hr
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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 8.0
Among the best 10% of Dental Hygienist listings for work-life

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

  • No call
  • No weekends
  • No nights
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About CPF Dental

Hospitals and Health Care
Brentwood, Tennessee
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Signing Bonus
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flex Time
PTO
Paid Holidays
401k

Living in Van Buren

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$214k
Typical market rent
$989/mo
Residents’ average commute
20 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
85.9
State income tax
Up to 4.9%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Fort Smith, AR-OK metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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