Registered Dental Hygienist Jobs in Maine

Registered Dental Hygienist jobs in Maine concentrate in private dental practices, community health centers, and federally qualified health centers, with steady demand at both entry-level and experienced clinician levels. Portland, Bangor, and Lewiston-Auburn are the busiest hiring markets, anchored by employers such as Aspen Dental, MaineHealth-affiliated dental clinics, and Community Dental. Periodontal care, pediatric hygiene, and public health dentistry are the most in-demand specialties across the state. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles32
Top employerMaine Dental
Top cityAuburn, ME
Cities hiring23
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Aspen Dental
Dental Hygienist (RDH)
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Dental Hygienist (RDH)
Aspen Dental
Waterville, Maine
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$55 - $60/hr
Associate's degree in dental hygiene
10,000+

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Maine Dental Group
Dental Hygienist
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Maine Dental Group
Added 1d ago
Dental Hygienist
Maine Dental Group
Bangor, Maine
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$50 - $60/hr
On-Site
201-500

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Health Access Network
Dental Hygienist – Lincoln
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Health Access Network
Added 5d ago
Dental Hygienist – Lincoln
Health Access Network
Lincoln, Maine
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$31.98 - $39.17/hr
51-200

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Glen Cove Dental Associates
Dental Hygienist
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Glen Cove Dental Associates
Added 6d ago
Dental Hygienist
Glen Cove Dental Associates
Rockport, Maine
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site

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Dental Hygienist
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Added 1w ago
Dental Hygienist
Casco Bay Smiles
Falmouth, Maine
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
$45 - $57/hr
On-Site

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Registered Dental Hygienist Jobs by City in Maine

Where Maine roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Auburn
3 jobs
Augusta
3 jobs
Bangor
2 jobs
Kittery
2 jobs
Windham
2 jobs
Portland
2 jobs
Waterville
2 jobs
Wells
1 job
Camden
1 job

Registered Dental Hygienist Job Market in Maine

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

Who's Hiring

Maine Dental
Maine Dental5 open roles
Aspen Dental
Aspen Dental3 open roles
Heartland Dental
Heartland Dental2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Non-Profit & Social Services

What Maine Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in registered dental hygienist jobs across Maine.

  • Active Maine Dental Hygienist license issued by the Maine Board of Dental Examiners
  • 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 and electronic dental records systems
  • Experience with periodontal charting, prophylaxis, and patient education protocols
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills for patient assessment and care coordination

Registered Dental Hygienist Jobs in Maine: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a registered dental hygienist in Maine?

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 ADEX clinical examination. You then apply for licensure through the Maine Board of Dental Examiners, which oversees all dental hygienist registrations in the state. Licenses must be renewed biennially with continuing education credits.

How much do registered dental hygienists make in Maine?

Registered dental hygienists in Maine earn a median of about $97,680 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $83,420 for the lowest 10% to over $108,680 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire registered dental hygienists in Maine?

Employers hiring registered dental hygienists in Maine right now include Maine Dental, Aspen Dental, and Heartland Dental, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Maine's mix of private group practices, federally qualified health centers, and MaineHealth-affiliated dental clinics creates consistent openings across both urban centers and rural areas throughout the state.

Which Maine cities have the most registered dental hygienist jobs?

Auburn, Augusta, and Bangor have the most registered dental hygienist openings in Maine. Portland leads as the state's largest population and commercial center, driving the highest concentration of private and group dental practices, while Bangor and Lewiston-Auburn draw consistent listings from regional health systems and community health organizations that serve the surrounding rural catchment areas.

Are there remote registered dental hygienist jobs in Maine?

Yes, but they're rare. Registered dental hygiene is a chair-side clinical role that requires direct patient contact, so the large majority of positions are fully on-site. About 0% of registered dental hygienist openings tied to Maine are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those roles typically involve dental care coordination, patient education, or public health program work rather than direct clinical hygiene duties.

How can I get hired as a registered dental hygienist in Maine with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate openings at Community Dental or MaineHealth-affiliated dental clinics, which routinely bring on hygienists straight from accreditation programs. Dental assistant experience at a Maine practice is a common lateral move that puts candidates in front of hiring dentists before a hygienist chair opens. Holding an active Maine Board of Dental Examiners license and CPR certification before you apply removes the most common screening barriers for entry-level candidates.

Where can I find and apply to registered dental hygienist jobs in Maine?

You can find and apply to registered dental hygienist jobs in Maine on Migrate Mate, which lists current Maine openings from practices and health systems across the state. Search the listings, find the roles that match your license level and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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