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Ideal Dental
Wilson, North Carolina

Dental Hygienist

Dental Above average in Dental HygieneNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$130k

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
No weekends
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Job Description

Monday-Friday Schedule*

Dental Hygienist –Take Control of Your Schedule and Earnings with Ideal Dental! $130,000+ annually with our INDUSTRY-LEADING MONTHLY (uncapped) HYGIENE INCENTIVE PROGRAM

At Ideal Dental, we’re on a mission to revolutionize dental care—and we want you to be part of the journey! As one of North America's fastest-growing dental groups, we're driven by our vision to provide exceptional, comprehensive dental services all under one roof. Established in 2008, we’re proud to be clinician-founded and clinician-led, with a focus on patient-centered care and an unwavering commitment to innovation and growth.

Ready to elevate your career in a fast-growing, patient-centered practice? At Ideal Dental, we offer flexible schedules, competitive compensation, and one of the best hygiene incentive programs in the industry. Whether you’re looking for full-time or part-time work, you’ll have the opportunity to earn up to $130,000+ annually with the potential for uncapped incentives.

Why You’ll Love It Here

Industry-Leading Hygiene Incentive Program – Maximize your earning potential with an uncapped monthly incentive program that rewards your hard work.

State-of-the-Art Technology – Work with the latest in dental tech, including iTero 3D scanners and fully digital practices to enhance your patient care.

Paid Training & Mentorship – Learn and grow with paid training and continuous support from experienced hygienists who help hygienists succeed.

Career Growth – We believe in promoting from within and offering clear paths to career advancement.

Comprehensive Benefits Package

  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Health & Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Long- and Short-Term Disability
  • Life & Accident Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays & CPR Recertification

Flexible Work Schedules – Full-time or part-time positions available, allowing you to balance work and life.

Work-Life Balance – We respect your time and promote a culture of leaving on time, helping you maintain your personal and professional well-being.

Supportive Team Environment – Join a team that values collaboration and growth, where your contributions are recognized and appreciated.

What You’ll Do

  • Collaborate with doctors and team members to ensure exceptional care and top-notch patient experience.
  • Greet patients with a smile and prepare them for dental exams.
  • Educate patients on oral health and provide personalized care instructions.
  • Perform general and periodontal cleanings, screenings, and offer recommendations for treatment.
  • What do you need to be a part of our team:
  • Active RDH Licensure (New Grads Welcome!)
  • A passion for patient care and a service-oriented, positive attitude.
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
  • Current CPR certification (AHA preferred, BLS with AED).

At Ideal Dental, we’re dedicated to putting smiles on the faces of our guests and our team. We foster a supportive, positive environment where every team member can thrive, grow, and enjoy their work. Join us and be part of a culture where your smile truly matters

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate with the dental team to provide comprehensive patient care and perform general and periodontal cleanings. Educate patients on oral health and assist in preparing them for dental examinations.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an active RDH licensure and current CPR certification. A service-oriented attitude and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment are required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Certifications

BLS (preferred)

Key Skills

Dental hygienePeriodontal cleaningOral health educationDental screeningsiTero 3D scanningDigital dentistryClinical collaborationPatient communication

Dental Hygiene Career Context

Ideal Dental holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 73/100, 30 active listings.

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

The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$130k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $138k in an average-cost state. 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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CME allowance
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Relocation assistance
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Work-life snapshot

5.7/ 10
Listing-based score

Above average in Dental Hygiene

  • No weekends

Living in Wilson

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$225k
Typical market rent
$1,456/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 min
State income tax
Up to 4.8%
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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About Ideal Dental

Hospitals and Health Care
Dallas, TX
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance
Dental
Vision
Health & Flexible Spending Accounts
Long- and Short-Term Disability
Life & Accident Insurance
401(k)
Paid Time Off