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Dental Hygienist jobs are open across private dental practices, group dental service organizations, specialty clinics, and public health settings, at every level from new-grad to lead and senior hygienist, with specializations in periodontics, pediatric dentistry, and orthodontic support. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Full-time or part-time position available for a dental hygienist at our well-established boutique periodontal practice in Belmont, MA. We are a speciality practice dedicated to delivering exceptional, evidence-based periodontal and dental implant care. Our practice is low-volume and high-quality, and our hygienists have full autonomy in determining appropriate appointment lengths for their patients.
We are a small, cohesive team consisting of two periodontists, two dental hygienists, two dental assistants, and two administrative staff members. Our practice is well established, and we treat a broad range of complex periodontal and dental implant cases. Our patients are well educated, motivated, and pleasant, and our staff enjoy a warm, friendly, and supportive work environment.
We are seeking a friendly, detail-oriented, and experienced dental hygienist for a part-time or a full-time position. Candidates must be proficient in administering local anesthesia and performing high level scaling and root planing. Applicants must live within a 30-minute commute of our office.
This position provides an outstanding opportunity for a motivated and skilled professional who wishes to focus on the management of periodontal disease within a high-end, well-run specialty practice. We offer a competitive salary, a supportive and collegial atmosphere, and a well-educated patient base.
Benefits include paid time off, paid vacation, and 401(k) with employer match.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $65.00 per hour
Expected hours: 16.0 – 32.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Application Question(s):
- How many years have you worked as a dental hygienist?
- How long would your commute to 93 Concord Avenue in Belmont be during rush hour?
- How would you describe your experience and proficiency in performing high-quality scaling and root planing?
License/Certification:
- Registered Dental Hygienist License (Required)
- Dental Anesthesia License (Required)
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
- Heartland Dental139
- Aspen Dental128
- PDS Health75
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- Healthcare & Medical Services125
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in dental hygienist jobs.
- Associate or bachelor's degree in dental hygiene from an accredited program
- Active state dental hygienist license in good standing
- Current CPR and Basic Life Support certification
- Proficiency with dental practice management software such as Dentrix or Eaglesoft
- Experience performing scaling, root planing, and patient periodontal assessments
- Strong patient communication skills and ability to maintain a steady appointment schedule
Tips for Your Dental Hygienist Job Search
Tailor your resume to each setting
Private practices and DSOs screen for different things. Highlight patient volume and chair-side efficiency for DSOs, and patient rapport and comprehensive care for private offices. Matching your bullet points to the job environment makes a real difference.
List every state license you hold
If you're licensed in more than one state, put all of them near the top of your resume. Employers hiring across state lines or in border metro areas prioritize candidates who can start without waiting on a new license application.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists dental hygienist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target openings by their equipment list
Dental hygienist postings often name the software and digital imaging systems in use, such as Eaglesoft, Dentrix, or Dexis. Applying to offices whose tech stack matches your hands-on experience shortens the learning curve employers worry about.
Prepare clinic-scenario answers for interviews
Interviewers regularly ask how you handle an anxious patient, a periodontal case that keeps declining, or a schedule that runs behind. Walk through your actual clinical reasoning out loud. Specific patient-care examples carry far more weight than general answers.
Negotiate schedule structure, not just pay
Full-time, part-time, and per-diem positions carry very different benefit structures. Before accepting an offer, clarify whether hygiene hours include admin time, continuing education coverage, and malpractice insurance, since these vary widely between private practices and group practices.
Dental Hygienist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most dental hygienists?
The companies hiring the most dental hygienists right now include Heartland Dental, Aspen Dental, and PDS Health, with the largest share of openings in Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Colorado, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Dental service organizations and multi-location group practices tend to post the highest volume of openings at any given time.
How many dental hygienist jobs are remote?
About 0% of dental hygienist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on clinical nature of most positions. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or telehealth components include public health consulting, patient education coordination, and dental hygiene educator roles at academic institutions.
How do you become a dental hygienist?
You become a dental hygienist by completing an accredited dental hygiene program, which typically results in an associate or bachelor's degree. After graduating, you must pass the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination and a state or regional clinical examination. Once you clear both exams, you apply for a state license, which is required before you can practice with any employer.
Can you get hired as a dental hygienist with little experience?
Yes, new graduates are regularly hired into dental hygienist roles, especially at group practices and DSOs that have structured onboarding programs. Completing externship hours at a variety of clinic types during school strengthens your application, and being upfront about your patient volume experience during clinical rotations helps employers set realistic expectations before your first day.
What does the dental hygienist interview process look like?
Most dental hygienist interviews start with a phone or video screening with the office manager or lead dentist, followed by an in-person visit to the clinic. That on-site visit often includes a working interview where you perform a cleaning or periodontal assessment on a patient or a dental team member. Employers evaluate clinical technique, patient communication, and how efficiently you manage chair time.
Where can I find and apply to dental hygienist jobs?
You can find and apply to dental hygienist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your license, experience level, and preferred setting, then apply directly to each position that fits.
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