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.

Nebraska Board of Dentistry · Last verified: September 2026

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Salary data

Dental Hygienist Salary in Nebraska

Statewide Nebraska figures for dental hygienists.

Nebraska median

$92,580

BLS OEWS (SOC 29-1292), May 2025

Nebraska range

$85,140–$96,210

vs. national

-6%

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Employers

Who’s Hiring Dental Hygienists in Nebraska

10 employers have 17 open dental hygienist roles in Nebraska, led by Heartland Dental with 7 openings.

Heartland Dental7 open Lumio Dental2 open Apex Dental Partners1 open Aspen Dental1 open Bauer & Howard Dental Care1 open Columbus Family Dental1 open Drs James and Mary Canarsky1 open Family 1st Dental1 open

Dental Hygienist Jobs by City in Nebraska

Lincoln (5)Omaha (4)Gretna (1)

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 Nebraska 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 Nebraska right now?

As of September 2026, DentistryHires is showing 17 live dental hygienist openings in Nebraska. They come from 10 employers. The listings at the top of this page are that feed.

02What does a dental hygienist earn in Nebraska?

The Nebraska median for dental hygienists is $92,580 a year, -6% against the national median (BLS OEWS (SOC 29-1292), May 2025).

03What licence does a dental hygienist need in Nebraska?

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

04Which employers are hiring dental hygienists in Nebraska?

The Nebraska listings currently come from 10 employers, including Heartland Dental (7), Lumio Dental (2), and Apex Dental Partners (1). 7 other employers have openings too.

05Which Nebraska cities have the most dental hygienists openings?

Across the Nebraska listings on this page, the cities with the most open roles are Lincoln (5), Omaha (4), and Gretna (1).