Dental Hygienist

Washington, DC and Maryland | Per diem, part-time, or full-time | 8- or 10-hour days | $47.25 per hour

UP TO $55,000 TOWARD YOUR STUDENT LOANS

Dental hygienists at Mary's Center can apply to the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Loan Repayment Program.

• Up to $50,000, free of federal income tax, for two years of full-time service.
• Up to $55,000 if you speak Spanish.
• Half-time awards of up to $25,000 ($30,000 with Spanish).

Awards are competitive and open once a year. New graduates are encouraged to apply.

What you'll do

• Deliver preventive care, including prophylaxis, scaling, sealants, and fluoride, following state law and our clinical protocols.
• Complete oral hygiene and periodontal assessments.
• Coach patients one-on-one and teach at community outreach events.
• Coordinate referrals and next steps with the dentist.
• Perform independent procedures delegated by a dentist.
• Document each visit as it happens.
• Keep the operatory safe under our infection control, exposure control, and safety policies.
• Handle patient calls, help with clinic work as time allows, and rotate across sites as needed.

What you bring

• A degree from an accredited dental hygiene program.
• An unrestricted dental hygiene license in DC, Maryland, or both.
• Current CPR (BLS) certification.
• Care for patients from all walks of life.

Full-time benefits

• Four 10-hour days a week. Three days off every week.
• 25 PTO days, 10 paid holidays, and 5 education days.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus retirement options.
• $2,000 a year in tuition reimbursement.
• CME and license renewal support.
• Our own student loan repayment program, if you qualify.
• WMATA Metro and bus subsidy.

Per diem and part-time details are shared during interviews.

Reasonable accommodations are available.

Mary's Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please review the Know Your Rights notice.