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Station Dental Group

Hygiene Assistant

Aurora, CO

$21 - $24/hr

Station Dental Aurora | Hygiene Assistant | Full Time Our team is growing, and we are looking to add an entry level Dental Assistant for a Full Time Hygiene Assistant role in our long-standing team ...

Station Dental Group

Hygiene Assistant

Aurora, CO

$21 - $24/hr

Station Dental Aurora | Hygiene Assistant | Full Time Our team is growing, and we are looking to add an entry level Dental Assistant for a Full Time Hygiene Assistant role in our long-standing team ...

Brighton Dental Care

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Part time Dental Hygienist

Rochester, NY · On-site

$45 - $50/hr

Collaborate closely with dentists to support patient treatment plans Preferred Qualifications * Entry-level experience in dental hygiene * Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) License * Proficient in ...

Creekside Dental

Registered Dental Hygienist

Yakima, WA · On-site

$43.50 - $54.50/hr

... Preferred Qualifications * Entry-level experience in dental hygiene * Associate degree in Dental Hygiene * Knowledge of dental radiography techniques * Strong patient communication skills

Smile Partners USA

Hygiene Assistant

Aurora, CO · On-site

$21 - $24/hr

Station Dental Aurora | Hygiene Assistant | Full Time Our team is growing, and we are looking to add an entry level Dental Assistant for a Full Time Hygiene Assistant role in our long-standing team ...

Sonshine Family Dental

Dental Hygienist

Plainfield, IN · On-site

$38 - $42/hr

Provide patient consultations to address concerns and promote oral health Preferred Qualifications * Entry-level experience in dental hygiene practice * Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) License

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How much do entry level dental hygiene jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level dental hygiene in the United States is $19.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Dental Hygiene vs Dental Assistant?

AspectEntry Level Dental HygieneDental Assistant
Required CredentialsDental Hygiene Degree, LicensureHigh School Diploma, Dental Assisting Certification
Work EnvironmentOperates independently, performs cleanings, patient educationAssists dentists, prepares treatment rooms, patient care support
Employer & Industry UsageDental clinics, private practices, community healthDental offices, clinics, hospitals

Entry Level Dental Hygienists focus on patient cleanings, exams, and education, requiring specific licensure. Dental Assistants support dental procedures, prepare patients, and assist the dentist, often with less formal education. Both roles are essential in dental practices but differ in responsibilities and credentials.

How to start a career in entry level dental hygiene?

To start a career in entry level dental hygiene, you need to complete an accredited dental hygiene program and obtain licensure by passing the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination and a clinical exam. Gaining skills in patient care, dental tools, and infection control is essential, and some positions may require CPR certification. Entry-level roles often involve assisting with patient cleanings and education in dental offices.
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Infographic showing various Entry Level Dental Hygiene job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,191 per year, or $19.3 per hour.

Limited-Term Instructor of Dental Hygiene

Georgia State University

Atlanta, GA • On-site

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Position Information
Posting Number PTI00183P Classification Title Part-Time Instructors Position Title Limited-Term Instructor of Dental Hygiene GSU Information
Georgia State University is a national model for innovation and opening opportunities for all, among the top five most innovative by U.S. News & World Report, ranked 1st among public universities in undergraduate teaching, the number 1 nonprofit university to award bachelor's degrees to African American students, 4th in the country for its first-year student experience, and highly ranked for enabling the social and economic mobility of its students. Among the most diverse universities in the nation, Georgia State opens global perspectives as the number 1 U.S. public university sending African American students to study abroad.
A regional gateway to higher education, the five suburban Perimeter College campuses provide more than 30 associate degree pathways. The downtown Atlanta campus offers more than 250 degree programs in 100 fields of study at the undergraduate, graduate and first-professional degree levels.
With five university-wide research centers and numerous centers and institutes at the college and school levels, Georgia State's interdisciplinary, dynamic and productive research enterprises address major health and societal challenges. It is one of only 146 universities with an R1 designation from the Carnegie Foundation, an honor reserved for the nation's most active research institutions. Outgoing research expenditures have doubled in the last decade and topped $1.2 billion over the last six years, an indication of the University's rapid research growth.
Georgia State is vital to the regional economy, with a more than $2.9 billion economic impact, and
is also a vital part of Atlanta's vibrant arts and entertainment community, with highly regarded programs in music, art, creative writing and film, the Rialto Center for the Arts, and the Creative Media Industries Institute that contributes to innovation and the workforce for interactive media and media entrepreneurship.
Department Dental Hygiene College Perimeter College Campus College-wide Position Type Full Time Faculty Posting Type Internal/External About the Department
The department of health professions is home to the Dental Hygiene and Nursing programs at Perimeter College, as well as pathways in Exercise Science, Sport Management, Kinesiology & Health, Health Information Administration, Health Coach, Respiratory Therapy, and a certificate program in Personal Trainer & Entrepreneurship. Students seeking career opportunities in Dental Hygiene may pursue intensive, specialized training in this clinical service-focused field at Perimeter College. Six full-time and eighteen part-time faculty with three support staff in the dental hygiene program enrich student learning. The program maintains a highly successful record in educating and preparing students to become entry-level dental hygienists. In April 2023, the program completed a successful accreditation site visit with zero recommendations by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA). In addition, the dental hygiene program opened, in September of 2024, a new 20-unit dental hygiene clinic incorporating modern technologies enhancing patient care in the community.
Position Description
Limited-Term Instructors are full-time faculty hired on a semester-to-semester basis. After the first semester, the position is renewable for a maximum of three semesters. Limited-term instructor is a teaching-focused position: 100% of the workload distribution is instruction.
The primary responsibilities of this position include teaching a full instructional load of Dental Hygiene courses in-person. Courses include Dental Radiology Lab and Clinical Dental Hygiene and other offerings within the discipline.
The position requires maintaining an active campus presence. Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching, student support, and collaborative engagement in an academic environment centered on access and student success.
Required Experience
2+ years of full-time clinical practice or equivalent as a licensed dental hygienist.
Required Education
A master's or bachelor's degree in dental hygiene or a related field is required. In addition, faculty must hold an associate or bachelor's degree in dental hygiene from a program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA).
Preferred Qualifications/Experience
Preferred qualifications include:
  • Master's degree in dental hygiene or a related field
  • One-year college-level teaching experience.
  • Local anesthesia certification.
  • Dental diode laser training.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Ability to teach effectively using a variety of methods.
  • Ability to create a sense of belonging for a varied student population and facilitate student learning in both the in-person and virtual learning environments.
  • Effective oral and written communication skills.
  • Excellent communication, organizational and computer skills (able to maintain appropriate records).
  • Demonstrated knowledge and use of instructional technology.
  • Ability to collaborate with colleagues to achieve discipline, department, or college goals.
Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations, etc
Hold a current state of Georgia license in dental hygiene.
Pre-Employment Requirements
A criminal background check is required.
Work Hours
Position may require non-standard hours (including day, evening, online, hybrid, weekend and/or other campus locations).
Salary 10 month salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Job Duties
Description of Job Duty
Limited-term instructor carry a 100% teaching workload distribution.
The selected candidate will be responsible for:
  • Providing at least 32 hours per week of in-person instruction (clinical, didactic, and/or laboratory teaching
  • Maintaining a campus presence
  • Maintaining weekly office and tutoring hours
  • Providing student support and academic coaching
  • Working effectively and professionally with students and colleagues
  • Participating in program, department, and college faculty meetings
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Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 08/03/2026 Position End Date (if temporary) 07/31/2028 Open Date Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions Summary
Qualified applicants must provide the following application materials to be considered:
  • Letter of application/cover letter Curriculum Vitae/Resume
  • Unofficial Transcript of all degrees completed. Official transcripts must be provided if an offer is accepted.
  • Foreign Degree Transcript is required for foreign graduate degrees
  • Three (3) professional references. Professional references will provide letters of recommendation via a secured and confidential link provided in a notification email.
Apply at: https://facultycareers.gsu.edu/postings/6920 Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
Georgia State University is an equal opportunity employer with regard to veterans and individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or protected veteran status.
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

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