Hygienist Jobs in California
Hygienist jobs in California are among the most active in the country, with strong demand across dental group practices, community health centers, and integrated health systems at every level from new graduate through lead and senior hygienist. Los Angeles, San Diego, and the San Francisco Bay Area generate the largest share of openings, where employers like Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, and Pacific Dental Services maintain a consistent presence. Periodontics, pediatric dentistry, and public health hygiene are the most in-demand specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology.
What We Offer
Salary:
$110,500.00 - $152,000.00Location:
Santa Clara,CAYou’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more.
At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits .
EHS Engineer / Industrial Hygienist (E3)
We are seeking a highly motivated EHS / Industrial Hygienist professional to join the Global Centers of Excellence (COE) team, supporting Industrial Hygiene (IH), Safety and Occupational Health programs. This role operates with a high degree of autonomy and is responsible for leading complex EHS programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving scalable, data-driven solutions across global sites. This position will be based in Santa Clara, CA.
Key Responsibilities
Manage key global industrial hygiene programs, including respiratory protection, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, medical surveillance, noise control, arsenic, indoor air quality, laser safety, and exposure assessment.
Support industrial hygiene programs, including exposure assessments, hazard evaluations, and implementation of engineering and administrative controls, while supporting Management of Change (MOC) and new process/equipment risk reviews.
Ensure full compliance with applicable regulations and corporate EHS standards while owning and continuously improving key EHS programs.
Lead and enhance occupational health programs, including injury/illness case management, workers’ compensation process improvements, and global health services alignment; drive optimization of medical surveillance programs (e.g., respirator clearance, audiometry, and other regulatory health monitoring) to ensure compliance, consistency, and employee wellbeing.
Drive adoption and effective utilization of EHS management systems and digital tools to enable compliance tracking, data integrity, performance insights, and global system standardization.
Serve as a technical subject matter expert by providing advanced IH and EHS guidance, leading incident investigations, and supporting high-risk assessments, engineering design reviews, and corrective action strategies.
Support audits and inspections, analyze performance trends, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to ensure sustained compliance and effective risk reduction.
Support emergency preparedness and response programs while demonstrating leadership in incident response and reinforcing a strong safety culture.
Partner with cross-functional stakeholders and global EHS teams to drive program alignment, standardization, and implementation of best practices across sites.
Develop organizational capability by delivering technical training, mentoring team members, and promoting proactive employee engagement in safety programs.
Must be familiar with OSHA PEL, CAL OSHA, ACGIH TLV and BEI, NIOSH, SEMI S2, ANSI standards and guidelines, and other local regulations. Knowledgeable in understanding EHS standards and policies.
Act as a liaison with local, regional, or federal regulatory authorities. Ensures compliance with required codes, standards, and regulations.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Health, Engineering, or related field
3-5 years of relevant EHS / IH experience (semiconductor or high-tech manufacturing preferred)
Strong analytical, interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full timeEmployee Type:
Assignee / RegularTravel:
Yes, 10% of the TimeRelocation Eligible:
NoThe salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.
For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.
Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
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Hygienist Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- PDS Health30

- Smile Brands4

- Itani Dental3
- Gentle Dental3

- Adventist Health3

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Medical Devices
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in hygienist jobs across California.
- Active California Registered Dental Hygienist license issued by the Dental Hygiene Committee of California
- Associate or bachelor's degree in dental hygiene from an accredited California program
- Current CPR and Basic Life Support certification maintained throughout employment
- Proficiency with digital radiography and electronic dental records software
- Experience with periodontal charting, scaling, root planing, and preventive care protocols
- Strong patient communication skills and ability to educate diverse California patient populations
Hygienist Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a hygienist in California?
To become a registered dental hygienist in California, you must graduate from an accredited dental hygiene program, pass the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination, and pass a clinical board examination accepted by the Dental Hygiene Committee of California, which is the state's licensing body. You then apply to the Committee for your California Registered Dental Hygienist license before you can legally practice. Community colleges and California State University campuses offer accredited dental hygiene programs throughout the state.
How much do hygienists make in California?
Hygienists in California earn a median of about $124,930 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $102,090 for the lowest 10% to over $151,920 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire hygienists in California?
Employers hiring hygienists in California right now include PDS Health, Smile Brands, and Itani Dental, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. California's large dental group networks and integrated health systems like Kaiser Permanente generate consistent openings across both urban and suburban locations statewide.
Which California cities have the most hygienist jobs?
San Francisco, San Diego, and Sacramento have the most hygienist openings in California. Los Angeles and the Bay Area dominate simply because of their population size and the density of dental group practices, community health clinics, and large integrated health systems headquartered there, while San Diego's concentration of military-affiliated dental providers and established private practice networks drives strong demand in that region as well.
Are there remote hygienist jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. Dental hygiene is a hands-on clinical role that requires in-person patient care, so most positions are fully on-site. About 2% of hygienist openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those are almost exclusively administrative, public health education, or dental consulting roles rather than direct patient care positions.
How can I get hired as a hygienist in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to community health centers and Federally Qualified Health Centers across California, which regularly hire new graduates and provide structured mentorship alongside experienced hygienists. Large dental group operators in California often post new-grad associate positions that are designed for candidates completing their first year of licensure. Completing a California accredited program and holding an active Dental Hygiene Committee of California license before applying is the single strongest credential advantage, and dental assistant experience from an adjacent role is a common background among candidates who successfully make the transition.
Where can I find and apply to hygienist jobs in California?
You can find and apply to hygienist jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated regularly. Find roles that match your experience, location, and specialty, then apply directly to the employer through each listing.
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