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Healthcare · Boston, MA
Dental Hygienist jobs in Boston, MA
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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$40–$64/hr
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$109k
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market-competitiveness. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases, Flexible…
A Dental Hygienist is a licensed member of the dental team responsible for the preventive aspects of oral health that provide clinical, education and therapeutic services that promote optimal oral health. This position i…
Provides quality dental care to patients. Practices four handed dentistry, prepares operatories for the required procedures, provides clinical support to students and Group Leaders and providing customer service through…
The Pediatric Dental Assistant, working with the Clinic Director, is an integral member of the 7th Floor Clinical team providing support to the residents(s) and faculty for quality of dental care to patients. The dental…
$22.42 - $37.32 per hour
Requisition Number: 12723 Pay Range: $22.42 - $37.32 per hour Location: CHA Cambridge Hospital Category: Medical Assistant Department: CHA Bone & Joint Center Cambridge Job Type: Per Diem Union Name: Non Union Work Sched…
$140.5k - $204k
market-competitiveness. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases, Flexible…
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POSITION SUMMARY : The Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) supports the Boston Medical Center Health System (BMCHS) Facilities Department... ...that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, ph…
$109k - $158k
market-competitiveness. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases, Flexible…
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market-competitiveness. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases, Flexible…
$40 - $57 per hour
Dental Hygienist - Arlington, MA Compensation: $40 - $57 per hour Full-time or Part-time (at least once a week) Overview: Nexus HR is looking for an experienced Dental Hygienist for a reputable family and pediatric denta…
$52.22 per hour
Description: Apply now to work in the Oral Health Division of the Cambridge Public Health Department. Become a Community Health Dental Hygienist. Join our Cambridge Healthy Smiles Program team of dental hygienists. Help…
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What dental hygienists earn in Boston
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $40–$49 | $83k–$102k |
| Mid level | $48–$57 | $99k–$119k |
| Senior | $54–$64 | $113k–$134k |
Adjusted for the Boston 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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