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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
Typical pay range
$100k
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$21 - $25 per hour
Candidates ~ Employers ~ Pricing ~ About Us ~ Register Free ~ Login ~ Post a Job Info Back to Free Job Search Registered Dental Assistant Gentle Dental ~ Part-time ~ Chula Vista, CA, US ~1d ago At Gentle Dental, we value…
Job ID JR208008 Date posted 07/24/2026 Chula Vista, California Chula Vista Medical Center Variable Per Diem Responsibilities Hours Shift Start Time Variable Shift End Time Variable AWS Hours Requirement 8/40 - 8 Hour Shi…
At Davis Orthodontics, we are currently looking for a Registered Dental Assistant/Orthodontic Assistant to play a key role in providing excellent clinical support and ensuring each patient receives exceptional orthodonti…
Job ID JR207426 Date posted 07/20/2026 San Diego, California Corporate Offices Variable Per Diem Responsibilities Hours Shift Start Time Variable Shift End Time Variable AWS Hours Requirement 8/40 - 8 Hour Shift Addition…
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…
This position is for an Independent Contractor to serve the Chula Vista area specifically. FeldCare Connects is currently seeking a self-motivated Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver premier excellence of care and is…
$34 per hour
Are you a motivated licensed Physical Therapist Assistant looking to join a fun, supportive, and dynamic outpatient clinic? Ready to elevate your career in a therapist-owned and operated practice? ProActive Physical Ther…
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…
$18 - $25 per hour
Ready to start a rewarding career in healthcare? At Indigo Dental Staffing, we connect you with top dental practices across California. Picture yourself in a clean, professional environment, wearing stylish scrubs, helpi…
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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