Registered Dental Hygienist
Location: Rutland, VT
Position Type: Full-Time (32–40 hours per week)
Schedule:
Monday – Friday (day shifts only)
No evenings or weekends
Compensation
- Hourly Rate: $39.92–$60.32/hour
- Annualized Compensation: Approximately $83,000 – $125,400/year (based on full-time schedule)
- Sign-On Bonus: $15,000 (paid in $5,000 increments at 1st, 2nd, and 3rd year anniversaries)
- Relocation Assistance: Up to $8,000 available
Position Summary
We are seeking a skilled and patient-focused Registered Dental Hygienist to join a well-established, patient-centered healthcare organization in central Vermont. This role offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative, integrated care environment that combines dental, medical, and behavioral health services to support whole-patient care.
You will play a key role in promoting oral health through preventive services, patient education, and comprehensive screenings, while working alongside a supportive clinical team that values quality care, collaboration, and long-term patient relationships.
Located in Rutland, VT, this area offers a strong sense of community, access to outdoor recreation, and an excellent quality of life.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform dental prophylaxis, including plaque and calculus removal
- Apply fluoride treatments and sealants as part of preventive care
- Conduct oral cancer screenings and head/neck examinations
- Take and process dental radiographs
- Record accurate dental charting, vitals, and patient histories
- Educate patients on oral hygiene techniques and preventive care strategies
- Collaborate with dentists and clinical staff to ensure continuity of care
- Maintain compliance with state dental practice regulations and infection control protocols
Qualifications
- Associate’s Degree in Dental Hygiene
- Active Vermont Dental Hygienist license
- Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience preferred
- Proficiency in comprehensive and complex hygiene procedures
- Strong communication skills and patient education focus
- Commitment to a team-based, patient-centered care model
Benefits
- 401(k) and 403(b) retirement plans with employer match
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance and wellness program
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and holiday schedule
- Employee discount programs