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Dental Hygienist jobs in Albuquerque, NM
Dental hygienists clean teeth, screen for oral disease, take radiographs, and teach patients preventive care, working alongside dentists in private practices and clinics.
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$29–$47/hr
Typical pay range
$79k
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~ FOX offers competitive compensation based on experience and employment type. Benefits for eligible roles include: ~ Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance ~401(k) with company match ~ Continuing education access ~ Clini…
Lovelace Women’s Hospital is seeking a full-time OB/GYN Physician Assistant to join the established clinic in Albuquerque, NM. Bring your expertise to a collaborative team which is nationally recognized and award-winning…
$90.51k - $120.02k
Assistant Director Medical Surgical position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans with employer contribution, paid time off…
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Home Health Always Best Care Senior Services - Albuquerque, NM Competitive Salary • Flexible Schedule • Meaningful One-on-One Patient Care Make a Difference Where It Matters Most—In Y…
$40 per hour
and patient-centered approach Time management and organizational skills Benefits ~ Generous housing stipend ~ Medical, Dental & Vision coverage ~401K retirement savings plan ~ Life Insurance ~ Paid Time Off to recharge ~…
Overview: Join our team as a day shift , full-time , Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in Albuquerque, NM. Why Join Us? Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better Thrive: We empower our team with care…
represents the strong foundation of Always Best Care. Medical specialties: * Geriatrics * Home Health Schedule: * Day shift * Flexible schedule Benefits: * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Paid time off * Vision ins…
Overview Join our team as a day shift, part-time, Surgery Surgical Technician in Albuquerque, NM . Why Join Us? Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better Thrive: We empower our team with career grow…
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What dental hygienists earn in Albuquerque
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $29–$36 | $60k–$74k |
| Mid level | $35–$41 | $72k–$86k |
| Senior | $39–$47 | $82k–$98k |
Adjusted for the Albuquerque market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Prophylaxis and scalingPeriodontal chartingDigital radiographyLocal anesthesia (where licensed)Patient educationInfection controlGentle chairside mannerDental software (Dentrix, Eaglesoft)
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
How do you handle a patient who is anxious or afraid of cleanings?
Describe pacing, explaining each step before you do it, and offering breaks. A short story about winning over a fearful patient works well.
Walk me through your periodontal assessment and how you present findings.
Show a full charting routine and how you explain pocket depths in plain terms, framing scaling and root planing as treatment, not upselling.
How do you stay on schedule with back-to-back patients?
Mention room setup habits, realistic appointment blocks by patient type, and communicating early with the front desk when a case runs long.
What is your approach to patients who have not flossed and know the lecture is coming?
Show that you skip the lecture: meet them without judgment, find one habit they will actually do, and track small wins visit to visit.
How do you work with a dentist whose treatment philosophy differs from yours?
Emphasize discussing cases privately, presenting evidence, and staying aligned in front of patients. Practices screen hard for team fit.
Are you licensed to administer local anesthesia, and what is your radiography experience?
Answer plainly with your state licensure details and the imaging systems you have used. These determine what the office can schedule for you.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For dental hygienists specifically — generic advice costs you here
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State your RDH license and state, plus local anesthesia and nitrous oxide permits where your state issues them separately.
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Name practice types and pace, such as family practice seeing 8-10 hygiene patients daily, or periodontal specialty experience.
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List clinical systems: Dentrix, Eaglesoft, or Open Dental, and digital imaging like intraoral cameras or CBCT exposure.
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Show prevention impact, for example perio program acceptance rates or fluoride and sealant program participation.
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Keep CE current and visible, especially laser certification or advanced periodontal instrumentation.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Dental Assistant
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Dental Hygienist
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Lead Hygienist
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Hygiene Program Coordinator
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