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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 ...

Bartram Family Dental Care

Dental Hygienist

Buckeye, AZ · On-site

$37.75 - $49.50/hr

We consistently receive great feedback from temporary hygienists about our welcoming culture, strong teamwork, and enjoyable atmosphere. This is a busy office where you'll stay engaged, build great ...

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Temp Hygienist Openings (2)

Shalimar, FL · On-site

$40 - $45/hr

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

Smilebuilderz LLC

Temp Hygienist

Ephrata, PA · On-site

$37.50 - $49.50/hr

Provide high quality prescribed dental hygiene including Prophy, SRP, FMD, anesthesia, sealant, Arestin, and fluoride placement * Utilize Microsoft programs and Dentrix * Work collaboratively with ...

Smilebuilderz LLC

Temp Hygienist

Ephrata, PA

$37.50 - $49.50/hr

Provide high quality prescribed dental hygiene including Prophy, SRP, FMD, anesthesia, sealant, Arestin, and fluoride placement * Utilize Microsoft programs and Dentrix * Work collaboratively with ...

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How much do temporary hygienist jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary 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 are some common challenges faced by temporary hygienists when joining new dental practices?

Temporary hygienists often face the challenge of quickly adapting to new office protocols, dental software systems, and varying team dynamics with each assignment. They need to efficiently learn the preferences of different dentists and staff while maintaining high standards of patient care. Strong communication and adaptability are crucial, as is the ability to provide consistent patient experiences despite working in unfamiliar settings. Temporary hygienists can thrive by staying organized, asking questions, and being proactive about understanding each practice's unique workflow.

What is a temporary hygienist?

Temporary hygienists are licensed dental professionals who provide dental hygiene services on a short-term or as-needed basis, often filling in for permanent staff who are on leave or when dental offices experience increased demand. Their responsibilities typically include cleaning teeth, examining patients for signs of oral diseases, and providing preventive dental care and education. Temporary hygienists work through staffing agencies or independently and can adapt to various dental office environments, ensuring that patient care continues smoothly during staffing gaps.

What is the difference between Temporary Hygienist vs Permanent Hygienist?

AspectTemporary HygienistPermanent Hygienist
CredentialsLicensed Dental Hygienist (RDH)Licensed Dental Hygienist (RDH)
Work EnvironmentShort-term assignments, multiple clinicsLong-term employment at one practice
Employment TypeTemporary/contractFull-time or part-time permanent
Job StabilityVariable, based on assignmentsStable, ongoing position

Temporary Hygienists typically work on short-term assignments across various clinics, offering flexibility but less job stability. Permanent Hygienists work full-time or part-time at a single practice, providing consistent employment and benefits. Both roles require the same licensing credentials and work in similar clinical environments, but differ mainly in employment duration and stability.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a temporary hygienist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Temporary Hygienist, you need a dental hygiene degree, valid state licensure, and strong clinical skills in preventive dental care and patient education. Familiarity with dental practice management software, digital radiography, and sterilization protocols is typically required. Attention to detail, excellent communication, and adaptability help you integrate quickly into different dental teams and environments. These qualifications and skills ensure you can deliver quality patient care efficiently while maintaining safety and compliance standards across various practices.
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Virginia Family Dentistry

Midlothian, VA • On-site

$35.25 - $46.25/hr

Other

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Temporary Dental Hygienist Position

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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