Dental Hygienist

Overview

Offering $10K Sign On Bonus! Clinical Excellence. Real Earning Potential. Supported Practice Model. We understand that Colorado hygienists value two things above all else: quality patient care and fair compensation. This opportunity was designed both in mind.

Our Colorado practices operate with a strong clinical leadership presence and a patient-first philosophy. We are focused on providing comprehensive, ethical care while creating an environment where hygienists can thrive professionally and financially.

• Competitive hourly base rate
• 30% of net production (paid when production exceeds base)
• No cap on earnings
• Additional product commissions
• Sign-on bonus (location dependent)
• Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays)

Our production model is structured so that if you are providing thorough, complete care — including perio diagnosis, appropriate radiographs, and preventive services — the numbers naturally follow. There is no penalty if production does not exceed base pay.

• Dedicated hygiene assistant assigned to you
• Delegation of x-rays, room turnover, instrument processing, polishing and fluoride
• Standard one-hour appointments for most procedures
• Extended time allowed for periodontal procedures as needed

You focus on assessment, scaling, diagnosis, and patient education — while your assistant supports workflow efficiency. This model allows many of our hygienists to significantly increase their earning potential while maintaining high standards of care.

• Provide oral hygiene services including prophylaxis, scaling, root planing, polishing, restorations, and application of preventive agents such as fluoride and sealants.
• Accurately chart a review of patient dental history and update as necessary, patient s periodontal health, record provided treatment, and handle patient records securely and in compliance with HIPAA regulations
• Provide assistance as directed by the dentist
• Administer local anesthetics, if allowed by dental practice act

• Strong clinical leadership presence
• Established patient base
• Experienced doctors and tenured teams
• Growing investment in technology, including AI integration
• Emphasis on patient experience and long-term relationships

Our focus is on creating a collaborative, clinically driven environment where hygienists feel respected, supported, and appropriately compensated.

• Active Colorado hygiene license
• Strong clinical standards and perio focus
• Team-oriented mindset
• CPR/BLS Certification
• Interest in maximizing production ethically and efficiently

• Health Benefits - Medical, dental, and vision insurance, HSA & FSA plans
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Pet Insurance with 24/7 telehealth line
• 401(k) program
• Company-Sponsored Continuing Education Events
• Employee Referral Program Bonuses

Western Dental Services, Inc. and all relevant affiliates (such as Brident Dental & Vital Smiles) are Equal Opportunity Employers.