$18 - $21 per hour
detail and excellent communication skills. Perks & Benefits - Certified Medication Aide: Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, 403(b) matching, paid time off, and more—starting on day one! Wellness Extras: Free…
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Dental Hygienist jobs in Pittsburgh, PA
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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$30–$49/hr
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$130k - $140k
Incentives: Up to $1,500 ~ Relocation Assistance: Up to $2,000 (select candidates) ~401(k) with employer match ~ Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance ~ Malpractice insurance provided ~ CME / CEU reimburse…
late model tractors and tanker trailers - Paid training - FR Uniforms provided - 401(k) W/company match - Health, Vision and Dental A PLUS: - TWIC Card Benefits: ~401(k) ~401(k) matching ~ Dental insurance ~ Disability i…
$55 - $58.59 per hour
Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm. ~ Benefits: Competitive financial package with a comprehensive insurance package including health, dental, vision, and life coverage. ~ Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) ~ Paid Holidays (Outlined…
DescriptionPurpose:UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is currently hiring a regular full-time Clinical Research Associate - Oncology to help support the Clinical Research Services team located within the Hillman Cancer Center in…
$65k - $87k
Dental Hygienist Compensation: $65K - $87K per year + Comprehensive Benefits Package Job Type: Full Time. 4/10 hour days. Location: Pittsburgh, PA We are seeking a full-time Dental Hygienist to provide high-quality preve…
POSITION TITLE: Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C or FNP-BC) REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Chief Medical Officer STATUS: Non-Exempt SUMMARY: The Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C or FNP-BC) or Physician Assistant maintains an in…
Squirrel Hill Health Center is seeking a dedicated and professional Medical Assistant to join our care team. The Medical Assistant will provide direct patient services in exam rooms, ensuring smooth patient flow and ac…
POSITION TITLE: Triage Medical Assistant REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Nurse Manager STATUS : Non-exempt SUMMARY: This position is responsible for providing triage (sorting/prioritizing patients) service to ensure prompt ident…
$30 - $35 per hour
Physical Therapist Assistant Great patient outcomes depend on consistent, high-quality care, even when your schedule isn’t. Our PRN therapists help make sure that continuity never breaks, stepping in with the same clinic…
$90k - $115k
Company Overview Our client is a rapidly growing healthcare organization operating multiple skilled nursing and long-term care facilities across several states. The organization is committed to building strong leadership…
a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participati…
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What dental hygienists earn in Pittsburgh
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $30–$38 | $63k–$78k |
| Mid level | $36–$43 | $75k–$90k |
| Senior | $41–$49 | $85k–$102k |
Adjusted for the Pittsburgh 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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