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Sage Dental

Dental Hygienist - PRN On-Call

Jupiter, FL · On-site

$35.50 - $46.75/hr

Temp Hygienist Opportunity Calling all temp hygienists! Work where you want and when you want with Sage Dental. Sage is the leading dental support organization (DSO) in the Southeast, and is seeking ...

Sage Dental

Dental Hygienist - PRN On-Call

West Palm Beach, FL · On-site

$36.75 - $48.25/hr

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Family Dentistry

Temp Hygienist Opening

Shalimar, FL · On-site

$40 - $45/hr

Temporary Dental Hygienist Openings - Complete Health Focused Dental Practice We are currently seeking a friendly, reliable, and patient-focused temporary Registered Dental Hygienist to join our team ...

Sage Dental

Dental Hygienist - PRN On-Call

Vero Beach, FL · On-site

$33.50 - $44/hr

Temp Hygienist Opportunity Calling all temp hygienists! Work where you want and when you want with Sage Dental. Sage is the leading dental support organization (DSO) in the Southeast, and is seeking ...

Sage Dental

Dental Hygienist - PRN On-Call

Stuart, FL · On-site

$32 - $42.25/hr

Temp Hygienist Opportunity Calling all temp hygienists! Work where you want and when you want with Sage Dental. Sage is the leading dental support organization (DSO) in the Southeast, and is seeking ...

Sage Dental

Dental Hygienist - PRN On-Call

Jensen Beach, FL · On-site

$35.75 - $47/hr

Temp Hygienist Opportunity Calling all temp hygienists! Work where you want and when you want with Sage Dental. Sage is the leading dental support organization (DSO) in the Southeast, and is seeking ...

Sage Dental

Dental Hygienist - PRN On-Call

Buford, GA · On-site

$34.75 - $45.50/hr

Temp Hygienist Opportunity Calling all Temp Hygienists! Work where you want and when you want with Sage Dental. Sage is the leading Dental Support Organization (DSO) in the Southeast, and is seeking ...

Bartram Family Dental Care

Dental Hygienist

Lexington, SC · On-site

$32.50 - $42.75/hr

Dental Hygienist Join our team and make a lasting impact on smiles - We're hiring skilled dental hygienists to deliver exceptional oral care and brighten lives! As a clinical provider and patient ...

Modern Family Dental

Dental hygienist

Flat Rock, MI

$38 - $44/hr

Looking for Part time or Temp Hygienist As a hygienist you will be responsible to take x-rays, perio chart and educate your patient. Title Dental hygienist Looking to add a friendly and outgoing ...

Hank Willis Dentistry

Dental hygienist

Bonners Ferry, ID · On-site

$50 - $60/hr

TEMPORARY DENTAL HYGENIST NEEDED Responsibilities:Provide gentle cleanings, periodontal maintenance ... Title Dental hygienist Responsibilities:Provide gentle cleanings, periodontal maintenance, scaling ...

Dental Harmony

Dental hygienist

Freehold, NJ

$50 - $55/hr

Temporary Hygienist Needed - Week-to-Week Flexibility! Hourly Rate: $50-$55 Flexible Shifts: Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday Benefits: Accrued sick time Requirements: RDH, Licensed Title Dental ...

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How much do temp hygienist jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for temp hygienist in the United States is $42.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36.54 and $48.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a temp hygienist?

To thrive as a Temp Hygienist, you need a valid dental hygiene license, expertise in oral health assessment, and proficiency in preventive dental care. Familiarity with dental practice management software and digital radiography systems is often required. Strong interpersonal skills, adaptability, and attention to detail help you build rapport with patients and effectively integrate into new dental teams. These competencies ensure high-quality patient care and smooth operations in varied dental practice settings.

What challenges might a temp hygienist face when adapting to different dental offices?

As a Temp Hygienist, one of the main challenges is quickly adapting to varying office protocols, equipment, and team dynamics. Each practice may use different dental software, sterilization procedures, and scheduling systems, so flexibility and a fast learning curve are important. Building rapport with patients and colleagues in a short timeframe is also key to providing quality care and maintaining workflow efficiency. Being proactive in asking questions and staying organized can help ease these transitions and set you up for success in each new setting.

What is the difference between Temp Hygienist vs Dental Hygienist?

AspectTemp HygienistDental Hygienist
CredentialsLicensed Dental Hygienist (RDH)Licensed Dental Hygienist (RDH)
Work EnvironmentTemporary assignments in various dental officesFull-time or part-time in a specific dental practice
Employer UsageStaffing agencies, temp agenciesDental clinics, private practices
Search IntentTemporary dental hygiene jobsPermanent or long-term dental hygiene roles

Temp Hygienists typically work on short-term assignments across multiple dental practices, offering flexibility and variety. Dental Hygienists usually work in a consistent practice, providing ongoing patient care. Both roles require the same credentials, but their employment arrangements differ significantly.

What is a temp hygienist?

Temp hygienists are licensed dental hygienists who work on a temporary or short-term basis at dental practices. They fill in for permanent staff who may be on leave, help during busy periods, or cover staffing shortages. Temp hygienists perform the same duties as regular hygienists, such as cleaning teeth, taking x-rays, and educating patients about oral health. Working as a temp allows for a flexible schedule and the opportunity to gain experience in different dental office environments.
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Infographic showing various Temp Hygienist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 72% Full Time, 27% Part Time, and 1% Temporary. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $87,963 per year, or $42.3 per hour.

Temp Hygienist - Multiple Locations

Virginia Family Dentistry

Midlothian, VA • On-site

$48 - $55/hr

Temporary

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Flexible schedule! Choose the locations and dates you want to work. Please note, you must be a licensed dental hygienist for this role.

Virginia Family Dentistry is looking for temporary hygienists for the greater Richmond, Virginia area. Typical work hours are 8 am - 5 pm.

About Us
Virginia Family Dentistry is a multi-specialty dental practice serving the greater Richmond area. For over 50 years, we continue to proudly provide safe, quality dental care to our community. We are a private dentist-owned practice with 450+ employees, 17 locations, and 70 general dentists and dental specialists. Although we are large, our individual locations have their own personality, pace, and style. As your life and schedule changes, you can find the right office and location to meet your needs!

Community
Virginia Family Dentistry aims to be an active partner in the communities we serve. Our offices collectively participate in hundreds of sponsorships, local health fairs, school presentations, and donation drives throughout the year. We encourage staff to participate in community enrichment projects.

Clinical Requirements for Dental Hygienist (RDH)

  • BLS certified (American Heart Association, Basic Life Support for healthcare providers)
  • High degree of skill with hand instrumentation and ultrasonic inserts
  • Experience in digital radiographs and electronic patient records preferred
  • Proficient in Scaling and Root planing
  • Certified to administer nitrous oxide and local anesthesia.

Essential Functions

  • Review daily schedule, prepare operatory, seat patient, review and update medical history
  • Perform oral cancer screening, take x-rays, and administer fluoride treatment
  • Perform prophylaxis, debridement, scaling and root planning, comprehensive periodontal charting to include probing depths, bleeding, suppuration, mobility, furcation grade, and recession, any periodontal therapy and sealants as necessary
  • Educate patient on oral health
  • Communicate the dentist’s treatment plan with patient and front desk
  • Schedule future hygiene appointments with the patient
  • Record all clinical notes and treatment in electronic patient record
  • Comply with OSHA, HIPAA, State Board, and sterilization requirements

Physical Demands

  • Hygienists use their hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls. Good eye-hand coordination is required. Repeat the same movements. Bend or twist their body. Stand for long periods of time. Walk for long periods of time. See details of objects that are less than a few feet away. Understand the speech of another person. Speak clearly so listeners can understand. Able to assist in lifting patients into the operatory chair from a wheelchair. The skills used place demand on the whole body, but particularly the back, neck, upper body muscles, arms and hands, and vision.

At Virginia Family Dentistry, our hygienists are held to a high-quality standard in all aspects of dental care. They are all team players, manage time efficiently, and demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills. The Hygienist role will effectively deliver care in a way that ensures patient satisfaction and improves oral health. The hygienist provides ongoing care through education, treatment, reinforcement of doctor’s treatment plans, and by diligently following Virginia Family Dentistry’s Standard of Care. Virginia Family Dentistry does not ask Hygienists to sell specific products to patients.

This is a temp, hourly position.

Virginia Family Dentistry is an equal opportunity employer.

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