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Dental Hygienist (RDH)

Part-time

Aspen Dental

Richardson, TXFull-time / Part-time / Per Diem$45–50/hrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$45–50/hr
Location
Richardson, TX
Schedule
Full-time / Part-time / Per Diem
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Active State Dental Hygiene LicenseAssociate's degree

Job overview

Aspen Dental seeks a dental hygienist to partner with a doctor in delivering personalized, patient-centered care. The role offers autonomy to assess oral health, recommend care, and educate patients, with structured onboarding, hands-on training, and clinical support. Full-time, part-time, and PRN opportunities are available, with compensation of $45–$50 per hour plus an uncapped incentive plan.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Oral Health AssessmentCare RecommendationsPatient EducationCommunicationClinical AssessmentPatient CommunicationPatient Care PlanningDigital Technology

Qualifications

Associate Degree or Higher in Dental HygieneActive State Dental Hygiene License

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

At Aspen Dental, dental hygienists are empowered clinicians and trusted oral health providers. You’ll be a valued clinical partner to the doctor, with the autonomy to assess oral health, recommend care based on clinical indicators, and educate patients – without being rushed.

Whether you’re a new graduate or an experienced hygienist, you’ll work in a modern clinical environment supported by advanced technology, structured onboarding, and hands-on training. Our independently owned practices foster strong local cultures while benefiting from the stability, resources, and innovation of a national network, so you can focus on delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive pay: $45–$50/hr plus an uncapped incentive plan rewarding patient-centered care

  • Benefits for full-time and part-time hygienists, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) with company match*, paid time off and 6 paid holidays (may vary for part-time employees), free continuing educating (CE) through TAG University, disability coverage, Employee Assistance Program, and pet insurance

What to Expect

  • Full-time, part-time, or PRN opportunities designed to fit your life

  • Manageable schedules (5–7 patients per day) that allow time for thorough assessments, patient education, and meaningful care

  • Structured two-week onboarding and training to support a confident transition into patient care

  • Digital tools and workflows that streamline charting and support clinical decision-making

  • Partnership with the Hygiene Support Team for mentorship and clinical support

  • Hands-on experience with advanced technology, including voice-activated perio charting, TRIOS® 3D scanning, and Videa AI

  • Ongoing learning and career growth through TAG University, offering in-person and virtual programs and continuing education (CE) to advance your career beyond the chair

What You’ll Do

  • Partner with the doctor to develop and deliver personalized patient care plans

  • Utilize digital technology to support clinical assessments, case acceptance, and patient communication

  • Collaborate with the dental team to deliver exceptional patient experiences

  • Manage your schedule and supplies with the autonomy needed to provide comprehensive care

Qualifications

  • Associate degree or higher in dental hygiene from an accredited institution

  • Active dental hygiene license in the state of practice

  • Strong communication skills and a passion for patient education

*Benefits and incentives may vary by independently owned and operated Aspen Dental location; terms and conditions apply.

Aspen Dental-branded practices are independently owned and operated by licensed dentists. Practices receive non-clinical business support from Aspen Dental Management, Inc., a dental support organization. ADMI Corp., doing business as TAG, The Aspen Group, its affiliates, related companies, and independently owned supported clinical practices are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

How this job compares

Set against the 599 open Dental Hygienist jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$45–50/hr
  • US median$50–55/hr338 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $47.50/hr, is 9% below the US median midpoint ($52/hr) — in the middle half of Dental Hygienist hourly ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 15 open Dental Hygienist jobs in Texas and 599 across the US. None of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most across the US
Experience
Dental Hygienist postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 2 years (134 postings).
Education
This posting asks for an associate degree; 335 of the 599 open Dental Hygienist jobs (56%) ask for an associate degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 27, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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