$25 - $28 per hour
~ Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM ~ Office-based most days; onsite community support 1–2 days weekly ~ PTO and Sick Time ~ Health & Dental Benefits ~ Supportive and collaborative team environment If you are motivated by steady…
Healthcare · San Diego, CA
Dental Hygienist jobs in San Diego, CA
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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$37–$60/hr
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$100k
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$45 - $55 per hour
Overview: We are looking for an enthusiastic dental hygienist who loves building and maintaining positive relationships with patients to join our team! Our team of dental hygienists perform a variety of preventative dent…
Location: San Diego, California, United StatesCompany: San Ysidro Health CenterPosted: 2026-09-25San Ysidro Health is seeking a PACE Medical Coder to review clinical documentation and verify ICD-10-CM, CPT and HCPCS code…
$23 - $26 per hour
Overview: Are you a motivated self-starter looking for professional and personal fulfillment in your dental career? Do you want to be part of an organization that is interested in your professional growth? Come and join…
$19 - $21 per hour
Overview: As a Dental Assistant at Sonrava, patient care is your #1 priority and focus. Your ability to value and improve the patient... ...assigned shift times. Take direction from the doctor and/or hygienist( s), assis…
Overview We are seeking a skilled, compassionate, and dependable Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to provide high-quality physical therapy services to patients in their homes throughout the San Diego, CA region. The Ph…
Job Title: Certified Surgical Technologists Location: US-CA-San Diego Schedule: Monday - Friday 0645-2300 No on-call, or Weekends! Core Duties: * Perform the full spectrum of sterile techniques, setting up surgical trays…
Physician Assistant – Primary Care About Us At Essenza we're committed to creating a healthier world by delivering timely health care at a first-class, luxury level with collaboration, and a deep understanding of human h…
This position is for an Independent Contractor to serve Imperial Beach area specifically. FeldCare Connects is currently seeking a self-motivated Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver premier excellence of care and is en…
Job title: Dental Hygienist Job ID:721-002 Job Type:Part Time Date Last Updated: 03/07/25 Job Description: We are looking for someone with great communication skills, team orientated with positive attitude who would like…
Job title: Dental Assistant Job ID:721-001 Job Type:Full Time Date Last Updated: 03/05/25 Job Description: We are looking for a bright, team-orientated individual to add to our Dental Department. Self starter with high w…
J OB DESCRIPTION: Ophthalmology Medical Office specializing in Cataract and LASIK, located in La Jolla, is looking for an excellent Medical Front Desk Receptionist. QUALIFICATIONS: Responsibility Accuracy Professionalism…
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What dental hygienists earn in San Diego
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $37–$45 | $77k–$94k |
| Mid level | $44–$53 | $91k–$110k |
| Senior | $50–$60 | $104k–$124k |
Adjusted for the San Diego 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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