Scope of practice — what a dental hygienist may do, and under what level of supervision — is set by state law and changes over time, so verify current rules with the board before relying on them.

Indiana State Board of Dentistry · Last verified: September 2026

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Employers

Who’s Hiring Dental Hygienists in Indianapolis

11 employers have 15 open dental hygienist roles in Indianapolis, led by Heartland Dental with 5 openings.

Heartland Dental5 open Aria Care Partners1 open Chord Specialty Dental Partners1 open Gentle Dentist1 open Hadley Family Dentistry1 open HealthNet1 open Innovative Hemotology1 open Northview Dental1 open

About This Role

A registered dental hygienist (RDH) performs cleanings, periodontal therapy, x-rays, and preventive care under a dentist's practice.

Dental practices across the Indianapolis area hire for this role — the listings above are the live openings on DentistryHires right now.

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Dental Hygienist Career Resources

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

01How many dental hygienist jobs are open in Indianapolis, IN right now?

As of November 2026, DentistryHires is showing 15 live dental hygienist openings in Indianapolis, IN. They come from 11 employers. The listings at the top of this page are that feed.

02What does a dental hygienist earn in Indianapolis?

The metro wage estimate for dental hygienists in the Indianapolis area is $97,470 a year (BLS OEWS metro estimate, May 2025).

03What licence does a dental hygienist need in Indiana?

The Indiana State Board of Dentistry sets the licensing rules for dental hygienists in Indiana. The summary on this page was last verified in September 2026. See the Indiana requirements page for the current rules.

04Which employers are hiring dental hygienists in Indianapolis?

The Indianapolis listings currently come from 11 employers, including Heartland Dental (5), Aria Care Partners (1), and Chord Specialty Dental Partners (1). 8 other employers have openings too.