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Charlotte, North Carolina

Dental Hygienist

Dental HygienistFull-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

City Dental is a modern, patient-focused practice in Charlotte, and we’re looking for a skilled, friendly Dental Hygienist to join our team. Our office is open Monday through Thursday, 8 AM - 4 PM.

At City Dental, we treat every patient like family. You’ll work with up-to-date technology including digital x-rays and intraoral cameras, alongside doctors who are committed to the highest quality of care. We’re a 2026 Invisalign Silver Provider and a proud supporting dentist of USA Soccer and the USMNT, and we offer everything from professional cleanings and gum disease treatment to implants, Lumineers, and clear aligners.

Our mission is to deliver the highest quality of care and education for our patients. We consider every team member family, and we promote work/life balance, a positive work atmosphere, and opportunities for career growth.

We Offer

  • Competitive hourly wages
  • Four-day work week (Mon - Thurs)
  • Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401K
  • Monthly bonuses
  • And more!

Responsibilities

  • Conduct oral health assessments, including reviewing oral health history and examining patients for signs of oral diseases such as gingivitis.
  • Perform dental cleanings, including removing plaque, tartar, and stains from teeth.
  • Apply fluoride and sealants to prevent cavities.
  • Educate patients about proper oral hygiene techniques, including brushing, flossing, and dietary recommendations.
  • Operate digital x-ray equipment and intraoral cameras.
  • Record and evaluate patients’ dental histories and document treatment plans and progress.
  • Collaborate with dentists in planning treatment for patients, assisting in consultations, and making recommendations for care.
  • Maintain a clean and safe workspace by adhering to infection-control protocols and all health and safety regulations.

Requirements

  • In-depth knowledge of medicine, dentistry, dental health, and safety regulations
  • Candidates must have all applicable NC licenses & certifications.

We are looking forward to hearing from you!

Key Skills

Oral Health AssessmentDental CleaningPlaque and Tartar RemovalFluoride ApplicationDental SealantsPatient EducationDental History DocumentationTreatment PlanningGingivitis AssessmentPatient Care

Dental Hygiene Career Context

The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 50% have no call, 56% require no weekends.

What does the Dental Hygienist market look like in North Carolina?
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 $98k (middle half $85k–$109k)57 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost of livingNorth Carolina index 94.3US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dental Hygienist listings in North Carolina212 active5,821 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 50% no call · 56% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusNorth Carolina healthcare professional listings: 39% state a sign-on bonus (median $15k) · 4% offer loan repayment212 active listings, Oct 2026
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 City Dental 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.

Top Dental Hygienist Jobs

36 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

31 jobs · 30 employers
7
<$95k
5
$95k-110k
10
$110k-125k
6
$125k-140k
3
$140k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

32 jobs · 30 employers
401k / retirement match
94% this job
CME allowance
44%
Sign-on bonus
28% this job
Loan repayment
13%
Relocation assistance
6%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Dental Hygienist | $40,000 in Tuition Reimbursement

Platinum Dental Services · Wheat Ridge, Colorado

$70-$75/hr
#2

Dental Hygienist| $40,000 Tuition Reimbursement

Platinum Dental Services · Colorado Springs, Colorado

$65-$75/hr
#3

Dental Hygienist

$60-$70/hr
#4

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$65-$67/hr
+ 34 more · ranked by pay

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.

Benefits & Perks

Competitive hourly wages
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401K
Monthly bonuses

Living in Charlotte

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$352k
Typical market rent
$1,729/mo
Residents’ average commute
25 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
97.3
State income tax
Up to 4.8%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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