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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Overview

Open roles220+
Top employerPDS Health
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Cities hiring130
Work type98% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Applied Materials
EHS Engineer / Industrial Hygienist
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EHS Engineer / Industrial Hygienist
Applied Materials
Santa Clara, California
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Data Science
$111k - $152k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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PDS Health
Registered Dental Hygienist
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Registered Dental Hygienist
PDS Health
Tracy, California
Data Science
Health Informatics
Healthcare Administration
$65 - $75/hr
5,001-10,000

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Persimmon Dental Care
Registered Dental Hygienist 3-4 days a week License required
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Registered Dental Hygienist 3-4 days a week License required
Persimmon Dental Care
Hayward, California
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physical Therapy
$580 - $600/hr
On-Site
11-50

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Registered Dental Hygienist
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Registered Dental Hygienist
Thodas and Tran General Dentistry
San Bruno, California
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physical Therapy
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Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)
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Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)
Jennifer H. Cho DDS Inc
Berkeley, California
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physical Therapy
$75 - $85/hr
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Hygienist Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Francisco
15 jobs
San Diego
8 jobs
Sacramento
7 jobs
Irvine
6 jobs
San Jose
6 jobs
Sunnyvale
6 jobs
Los Angeles
5 jobs
Roseville
4 jobs
Walnut Creek
4 jobs

Hygienist Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • PDS Health
    PDS Health30
  • Smile Brands
    Smile Brands4
  • Itani Dental
    Itani Dental3
  • Gentle Dental
    Gentle Dental3
  • Adventist Health
    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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