Dental Hygienist Jobs in Florida
Dental hygienist jobs in Florida represent one of the most active markets in the Southeast, with steady openings at private dental practices, multi-location group practices, and community health centers and demand at every level from recent graduates through senior clinical lead. Most of the hiring concentrates in Miami, Tampa, and Orlando, where established employers like Aspen Dental, Heartland Dental, and the University of Florida Health system maintain consistent staffing needs. The most in-demand specialties are periodontics, pediatric dentistry, and public health hygiene. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Dental Hygienist
New Port Richey Dentistry is looking for a part-time Dental Hygienist to join our team on Fridays from 8:00am - 2:00pm.
About Us:
- Join a 6-person team that thrives on collaboration, communication and community
- We are a patient-driven practice with a mission to serve patients with great integrity and always provide the best customer service. We are an established, positive and upbeat team that values teamwork and a high level of communication. COME GROW WITH US!
- Meet our Doctor team here: https://mynewportricheydentistry.com/
As a Dental Hygienist, you’ll be recognized as an elite clinical provider and patient advocate. You’ll be an integral member of the patient care team, giving your patients the time and care they need, deserve and desire. With best-in-class support through our robust Hygiene mentor program and unparalleled educational offerings to enhance your clinical skills – you’ll be 100% supported as you provide exceptional lifetime care to your patients!
What You’ll Gain
- Continuing education to provide you opportunity to develop your full potential and enhance your clinical skills to provide education and care to your patients.
- Access to an expansive network of mentors with 1:1 hygiene mentorship support and networking opportunities available at your fingertips.
- Unparalleled business support and the highest quality supplies and labs to deliver exceptional patient care.
- Opportunity to be a part of a secure company with 20+ years of industry leading experience that provides a stable career with unlimited growth potential
Minimum Qualifications
- Current dental hygienist license in Florida and an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene (where required)
- Excellent working knowledge of dentistry, dental hygiene procedures, dental patient screening and medical history documentation
- CPR Certification
Preferred Experience
- 1+ years of clinical experience
- Experience using Velscope, Diagnodent, digital scanner, digital x-rays and electronic medical record systems
- Desire to continue learning and grow clinical skills to meet needs of patients and provide preventative care and overall maintenance of patients’ dental health
- Clinical needs as required by office
Physical Requirements
- Ability to perform essential duties as deemed necessary by the Office/ Doctor/ Heartland Dental with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position
- Prolonged periods sitting and standing
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds at times
- Availability to attend virtual training sessions (or in-person) periodically throughout the year
- As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for both team members and patients, a tuberculosis (TB) test is required for all new hires in dental office positions. This is a standard requirement for dental office roles and must be completed prior to starting employment. The test will be arranged during the pre-employment process, and any necessary guidance or paperwork will be provided. Not applicable in the state of FL & TN.
Who is Heartland Dental?
Heartland Dental is the nation's largest dental support organization, providing non-clinical administrative support services to more than 3,000 supported doctors across 39 states and the District of Columbia in over 1,900+ dental offices. Each Heartland Dental supported office is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Supported doctors are the leaders of their practice and retain clinical autonomy. All Heartland Dental supported doctors are united by a common goal: delivering the highest quality dental care and experiences to the communities they serve.
At Heartland Dental, we’re committed to living our core values which promote diversity and inclusion. We provide all employees and applicants for employment the protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment.
Dental Hygienist
New Port Richey Dentistry is looking for a part-time Dental Hygienist to join our team on Fridays from 8:00am - 2:00pm.
About Us:
- Join a 6-person team that thrives on collaboration, communication and community
- We are a patient-driven practice with a mission to serve patients with great integrity and always provide the best customer service. We are an established, positive and upbeat team that values teamwork and a high level of communication. COME GROW WITH US!
- Meet our Doctor team here: https://mynewportricheydentistry.com/
As a Dental Hygienist, you’ll be recognized as an elite clinical provider and patient advocate. You’ll be an integral member of the patient care team, giving your patients the time and care they need, deserve and desire. With best-in-class support through our robust Hygiene mentor program and unparalleled educational offerings to enhance your clinical skills – you’ll be 100% supported as you provide exceptional lifetime care to your patients!
What You’ll Gain
- Continuing education to provide you opportunity to develop your full potential and enhance your clinical skills to provide education and care to your patients.
- Access to an expansive network of mentors with 1:1 hygiene mentorship support and networking opportunities available at your fingertips.
- Unparalleled business support and the highest quality supplies and labs to deliver exceptional patient care.
- Opportunity to be a part of a secure company with 20+ years of industry leading experience that provides a stable career with unlimited growth potential
Minimum Qualifications
- Current dental hygienist license in Florida and an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene (where required)
- Excellent working knowledge of dentistry, dental hygiene procedures, dental patient screening and medical history documentation
- CPR Certification
Preferred Experience
- 1+ years of clinical experience
- Experience using Velscope, Diagnodent, digital scanner, digital x-rays and electronic medical record systems
- Desire to continue learning and grow clinical skills to meet needs of patients and provide preventative care and overall maintenance of patients’ dental health
- Clinical needs as required by office
Physical Requirements
- Ability to perform essential duties as deemed necessary by the Office/ Doctor/ Heartland Dental with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position
- Prolonged periods sitting and standing
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds at times
- Availability to attend virtual training sessions (or in-person) periodically throughout the year
- As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for both team members and patients, a tuberculosis (TB) test is required for all new hires in dental office positions. This is a standard requirement for dental office roles and must be completed prior to starting employment. The test will be arranged during the pre-employment process, and any necessary guidance or paperwork will be provided. Not applicable in the state of FL & TN.
Who is Heartland Dental?
Heartland Dental is the nation's largest dental support organization, providing non-clinical administrative support services to more than 3,000 supported doctors across 39 states and the District of Columbia in over 1,900+ dental offices. Each Heartland Dental supported office is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Supported doctors are the leaders of their practice and retain clinical autonomy. All Heartland Dental supported doctors are united by a common goal: delivering the highest quality dental care and experiences to the communities they serve.
At Heartland Dental, we’re committed to living our core values which promote diversity and inclusion. We provide all employees and applicants for employment the protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment.
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Dental Hygienist Job Market in Florida
A snapshot from current Florida openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Heartland Dental36
- Dental Care Alliance6
- PDS Health5
- Sage Dental5
- Aspen Dental4
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Insurance
What Florida Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in dental hygienist jobs across Florida.
- Active Florida dental hygienist license issued by the Florida Board of Dentistry
- Associate or bachelor's degree in dental hygiene from an accredited program
- Current CPR and Basic Life Support certification required before patient contact
- Proficiency with digital radiography, electronic health records, and dental charting software
- Experience with periodontal therapy, scaling, root planing, and patient education
- Strong interpersonal communication skills for patient-facing clinical environments
Dental Hygienist Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a dental hygienist in Florida?
You must earn an associate or bachelor's degree in dental hygiene from a program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation, pass the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination, and pass a regional or state clinical board examination. Licensure is issued by the Florida Board of Dentistry under the Florida Department of Health. Florida also requires completion of an approved HIV and AIDS course as part of the initial licensing application.
How much do dental hygienists make in Florida?
Dental hygienists in Florida earn a median of about $91,980 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $75,960 for the lowest 10% to over $99,040 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire dental hygienists in Florida?
Employers hiring dental hygienists in Florida right now include Heartland Dental, Dental Care Alliance, and PDS Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Florida's large network of corporate dental group practices and community health centers means volume hiring is common, particularly in high-growth corridors around Tampa Bay and South Florida.
Which Florida cities have the most dental hygienist jobs?
The Florida cities with the most dental hygienist openings are Jacksonville, Saint Petersburg, and Bradenton. Miami and Tampa generate the highest volume driven by large group practice networks and urban population density, while Orlando's rapid residential growth has pushed steady demand from both private practices and the health system employers anchored there.
Are there remote dental hygienist jobs in Florida?
Yes, but they're rare. Dental hygiene is a hands-on clinical role that requires direct patient contact, so remote work is not the norm. About 0% of dental hygienist openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions almost exclusively involve administrative, care coordination, or dental consulting functions rather than direct clinical hygiene work.
How can I get hired as a dental hygienist in Florida with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to large Florida dental group employers like Aspen Dental and Heartland Dental, which routinely hire new graduates and provide in-office mentorship during the first year. Community health centers funded through Florida's Federally Qualified Health Center network also tend to be open to new licensees. A completed Florida Board of Dentistry license, a current CPR certification, and clinical hours logged during your accredited program give you a competitive foundation even without post-graduation experience.
Where can I find and apply to dental hygienist jobs in Florida?
You can find and apply to dental hygienist jobs in Florida on Migrate Mate, which lists current Florida openings from employers actively hiring right now. Find the roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly to each one.
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