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February 3rd, 2026

Dentist

Salary at % based, current associate is taking home $20-$30K per month (Pretax, pre-401K deduct or any other deductions). This is based on a % of production model minus lab fees which is negotiable by experience.

Permanent

Shelton, WA

#204519

Mon-Thurs 7-4
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Benefits include 401K, other benefits are TBD/negotiable.
Experienced DDS needed in family practice. More experience the better, but office does typically perform anterior, bicuspid and sometimes molar endo as well as surgical extractions of non-impacted 3rds (case by case). Office is setup/ability for someone to perform endo/implants routinely, with staff who assist on those procedures as well, just depends on the associate ability/preference. Office do place both amalgam and composite restorations, and all of the crows are fabricated in a local lab (non-Cerec). Office takes both traditional impressions using triple trays and PVS, they are not scanning yet and don’t plan to start anytime soon in this office. Paper charts used. Software used is Dentrix and Dexis. Clinical staff writes all chart notes.
Small family practice that prides themselves with several (majority) long standing employees over multiple decades. Office was voted best dental office Mason County minimally the last l 4-5 years running and google reviews can further explain why the community values their office. Office is family oriented, flexible and treat patients like family. Everyone on staff works well as a team and can transition associates in with ease.
Staff is made up of 1 DDS, 3 DA’s, 2 RDH’s, and 3 FO. Office will not have 2 DDS’s working together as the office is a 3 operatory practice best designed to serve one FT DDS. 2 locations 1 per DDS. The longest tenured employee is at 35 years.
Position is available due to current associate is taking over his father’s practice in Chehalis.
January 27th, 2026

Dental Hygienist

$68-$70/hour

Permanent

Tacoma, WA

#204360

Mon- Thurs 745-5
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Benefits include 7 paid holidays, accrued paid time off, free dental care (except lab fees), free of discounted dental care for family.
Traditional hygiene with Ultrasonic scaler, hand scalers, and prophylaxis, take x-rays, work with the whole team, no upselling or production requirements. Ideal candidate who can connect patients and make them feel comfortable in the chair and who shares the goal of having the patient keep their teeth forever, at least one year of experience preferred, not required.1 hour for recare, and for each quad of SRP. Hygiene assistant is present to assist in developing x-rays, perio charting and room turnover.
Private practice that takes care of patients for the long term. Office believes in building trust and good communication with patients creates better outcomes.  Staff appreciates helping patients to feel at ease, puts them in the best position to accept advice when given, regarding their oral health. Dr. is easygoing and is flexible on how each staff member succeeds at their jobs.
Staff is made up of 1 DDS, 3 RDH’s, 4 DA’s, 2 FO.  3 RDH Mon-Wed, 2 RDH on Thurs, and 3 DA on each day. 1 RDH and DDS have been with the practice for over 20 years.  Other employees of over 30 years and have retired over the last 5 years.
Position is available due to one of the valued RDH’s is moving out of state.
January 19th, 2026

Dental Hygienist

$75-$78/hour

Permanent

Shelton, WA

#204288

Mon- Fri 7-5, alternating weeks, Mon-Thurs, Tue-Fri
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Benefits offered FT are PTO, sick, health insurance, dental coverage, holidays, IRA.
 PT benefits: sick, IRA, dental coverage.  PNDC paid ticket, office production bonus incentives, and team outings a few times a year.
Private practice seeks a highly motivated, patient focused traditional hygienist. All levels of experience are encouraged and welcome to apply.
Office prides itself on being supportive and value collaborative doctor-hygiene appointment. All doctors are approachable. Team is focused on delivering high level of care, with a growth mindset in a large, beautiful practice with fun, an energetic vibe. You will hear singing and laughing while the staff is working. The patients love it. The owner/doctor appreciates the team and values cultivating a positive culture. There is 1 owner doc, 2 associates, 3 RDH’s, 4 RDA’s, 4 FO and 1 OM.  The longest tenured employee is at 19 years!!
Position is available due to needing more hands-on deck. Currently scheduling patients into September of 2026 and beyond, another hygienist is greatly needed so staff can see Perio and new patients sooner.
January 19th, 2026

Dental Hygienist

$65-$70/hour

Permanent

Tacoma, WA

#204177

Mon 8-5
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Benefits include 2 weeks PTO accrual, 6 paid holidays, dental for team member and spouse/children (less lab fees), 401K-100% match of the first 3% contributed and 50% match of the next 2% contributed, medical or $200 healthcare supplement if opting out of coverage, $3000 sign on and retention: $1000 paid out after the first 90 days, then $1000 paid out after 6 months, and $1000 paid out after one year.
Established practice is seeking a traditional hygienist. Seeking a hygienist that loves what they do. Office gives 60-90 minutes per patient, 2 hours for 2 quads.
Offices are right on the water, with gorgeous views.  Close to Proctor and Ruston for delicious lunches and some quick shopping.  Longest tenured employee has been with the practice 20+ years (retiring), next longest is 5-10 years.
Position is available due to retirement of a 25+ year employee.
January 19th, 2026

Dental Hygienist

$70-$72/hour, negotiable.

Permanent

Kirkland, WA

#204165

Mon 8-1, Wed 730-4 and Fri 8-1
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Benefits are negotiable.
This close-knit dental office is looking for a caring, team-oriented dental hygienist to join the team! Whether you’re a new graduate or experienced, they value personality and a passion for patient care above all. They offer a newly renovated office in a great location, flexible hours, supportive, fun team environment and modern tools: Curve Hero and digital x ray. Recare appointments are 1 hour, for SRP, the RDH chooses how much time they need and that’s how patients are scheduled.
The team consists of 2 doctors, 2 dental assistants and 2 hygienists.
Position is available because one of their hygienists found a role closer to home.
January 16th, 2026

Dental Hygienist

$65-$68/hour

Permanent

Tacoma, WA

#204130

Mon 8-5, Sat 8-2. Starting June Tue 8-5
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Benefits include medical insurance, 401K, Saturday bonus (1 hour added to work Saturdays) sick accrues 1 week for 1st year, it accrues at a 3-week rate, 1 week for sick 2 weeks for vacation, after 90 days 7 paid holidays.
Traditional hygienist needed in general practice, ideal candidate will take x-rays, scaling, coronal polishing, etc. Must be loyal, courteous, reliable and have excellent patient care, with a caring nature. Hygienists receive 1 hour for recare, 1 hour for SRP. Hygienists decide how many quads per hour for new patients or past due recall patients come in 1/2 hour early for x-rays and health history update. Software used is OCS and DEXIS.
Busy private practice is a strong close-knit practice. Everyone works well as a team, and very loyal patients. Patient care is the top priority. Office prides itself on hearing each patient’s concerns, meeting their individual needs. Office provides a non-judgment, compassionate environment, where they create a plan with the patient with pain free smiles. The staff is passionate about the community that they serve. Locally served office since 1960.
This position is available due to a current RDH relocating out of state.
January 13th, 2026

Dental Hygienist

$60-$65/hour

Permanent

Poulsbo, WA

#204103

Mon-Wed 7-5, Thurs 7-4
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Benefits for regular employees included retiring matching, medical benefits, dental benefits, bonus system & uniforms.
General practice is seeking a temporary-to-hire, oral-systemic–focused hygienist to provide coverage during a maternity leave, with the ideal candidate transitioning into a part-time or full-time permanent role thereafter. As a small, close-knit team, they are looking for someone who embodies the office’s Core Values: Communication, Education, Work/Life Balance, and Health and Wellness.
Once fully trained, the hygienist will conduct 60-minute recare visits, which include either periodic or recare radiographs, biofilm sampling, and GBT prophylaxis or PMT. The role offers autonomy in delivering care that supports patients in achieving excellent oral health. Appointments for gingivitis and periodontal therapy, including laser bacterial decontamination, are scheduled for 90–120 minutes.
The office utilizes Dentrix and Dexis software, along with Modento for patient communication. Hygienists administer their own anesthetic and use nitrous oxide; restorative procedures are generally not required in hygiene, aside from occasional sealants. The hygiene program incorporates a phase-contrast microscope for diagnosis, treatment monitoring, and patient education. EMS Airflow and Piezon technology support efficient and gentle cleanings.
January 13th, 2026

Dental Hygienist

$70/hour

Permanent

Tacoma, WA

#203997

Mon, Tue & Wed 640-415, Thurs 640-115

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Benefits for regular employees include retiring matching, medical benefits, dental benefits, bonus system & uniforms.
General practice is seeking a temporary-to-hire, oral-systemic–focused hygienist to provide coverage during a maternity leave, with the ideal candidate transitioning into a part-time or full-time permanent role thereafter. As a small, close-knit team, they are looking for someone who embodies the office’s Core Values: Communication, Education, Work/Life Balance, and Health and Wellness.
Once fully trained, the hygienist will conduct 60-minute recare visits, which include either periodic or recare radiographs, biofilm sampling, and GBT prophylaxis or PMT. The role offers autonomy in delivering care that supports patients in achieving excellent oral health. Appointments for gingivitis and periodontal therapy, including laser bacterial decontamination, are scheduled for 90–120 minutes.
The office utilizes Dentrix and Dexis software, along with Modento for patient communication. Hygienists administer their own anesthetic and use nitrous oxide; restorative procedures are generally not required in hygiene, aside from occasional sealants. The hygiene program incorporates a phase-contrast microscope for diagnosis, treatment monitoring, and patient education. EMS Airflow and Piezon technology support efficient and gentle cleanings.
January 13th, 2026

Dental Hygienist

$70-$75/hour

Permanent

Seattle, WA

#204042

Mon-Thurs 6:30-430
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Benefits include medical, dental (in-office) after 90 days, 401 (K) after a year, 100% match on up to 5% employee contribution PTO up to 70 hours the first year, 6 paid holidays.

Long time RDH is leaving this practice to go to nursing school. 2 hygienist practice. Must have excellent work ethic, people skills, and be able to compliment the doctor`s personality. Dentrix and digital x-ray experience preferred.

Fast paced office with great long-term patients that agree to treatment and keep their appointments. 1 DDS, 3 FO, 2 HYG, 1 EFDA and 2 DA. Software used is Dentrix, Dexis. Longest tenured employee at 10 years.

December 30th, 2025

Dental Hygienist

$67-$75/hour

Permanent

Seattle, WA

#203867

2-day work week - Mon & Fri 7-4
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Benefits include dental insurance, employee discount, flexible schedule, PTO.

This office is all about providing top-notch dental care for their valued patients, and they know that excellent hygienists like you are the backbone of their operation. Plus, with all-new equipment in our freshly renovated office, and perks like speedy room turnovers (thanks to the support of their stellar assistants) to prophy appointments that won’t leave you feeling rushed (hello, one-hour sessions!), they’ve got your back. And don’t even get them started on our two-hour SRP appointments—it’s like a mini-vacation for your patients’ gums!

60 mins recare, 2-hour new patient and 2-hour SRP. Multiple docs and RDHs in this practice. Busy office and in a great part of the growing city. Software used are Dentrix & Dexis imaging.

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Dental Connections is a dental employment agency offering temporary and permanent placement services for dentists, hygienists, dental assistants, and business staff. We are more than just a temp agency. We’ve been placing dental professionals in Western Washington since 1982. This means we know applicants, dental offices and the dental employment industry better than almost anyone. All of the dental professionals we represent are screened with a personal interview. Half our business is dedicated to permanent placement. Our service area is all of Western Washington, with most jobs in the following cities: Everett, Lynnwood, Seattle, Bothell, Kirkland, Redmond, Bellevue, Mercer Island, Renton, Kent, Federal Way, Auburn, Puyallup, Tacoma, Gig Harbor, Bremerton, Olympia, and Centralia.

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