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.

Montana Board of Dentistry · Last verified: September 2026

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Salary data

Dental Hygienist Salary in Montana

Statewide Montana figures for dental hygienists.

Montana median

$98,440

BLS OEWS (SOC 29-1292), May 2025

Montana range

$94,460–$100,920

vs. national

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Employers

Who’s Hiring Dental Hygienists in Montana

9 employers have 10 open dental hygienist roles in Montana, led by Dental Metrics Maven with 2 openings.

Dental Metrics Maven2 open ASCENT DENTAL1 open Canyon View Dental PC1 open LiveWell Homecare Agency1 open Meng Dentistry1 open ONE HEALTH1 open Partnership Health Center1 open Prime View Dental1 open

Dental Hygienist Jobs by City in Montana

Billings (2)Missoula (2)

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 Montana hire for this role — the listings above are the live openings on DentistryHires right now.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

01How many dental hygienist jobs are open in Montana right now?

As of September 2026, DentistryHires is showing 10 live dental hygienist openings in Montana. They come from 9 employers. The listings at the top of this page are that feed.

02What does a dental hygienist earn in Montana?

The Montana median for dental hygienists is $98,440 a year, 0% against the national median (BLS OEWS (SOC 29-1292), May 2025).

03What licence does a dental hygienist need in Montana?

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

04Which employers are hiring dental hygienists in Montana?

The Montana listings currently come from 9 employers, including Dental Metrics Maven (2), ASCENT DENTAL (1), and Canyon View Dental PC (1). 6 other employers have openings too.

05Which Montana cities have the most dental hygienists openings?

Across the Montana listings on this page, the cities with the most open roles are Billings (2) and Missoula (2).