Registered Dental Hygienist

Registered Dental Hygienist – Portland, Maine

$55–$60/hour | $5,000 Sign-On Bonus | Monthly Production Bonus | 3.5-Day Workweek

Great dentistry. Great people. A schedule that gives you your life back.

At Maine Dentistry, we believe exceptional patient care starts with an exceptional team.

We are a growing cosmetic and family dental practice known for modern dentistry, strong clinical standards, and a culture where people genuinely enjoy working together. We are looking for a confident, experienced Registered Dental Hygienist to join our Portland team.

This is an opportunity for a hygienist who wants more than just another hygiene position — someone who values clinical autonomy, strong patient relationships, a supportive team, and a schedule that allows for real work-life balance.

Our hygienists are trusted clinical partners. We value sound clinical judgment, excellent patient education, strong communication, and the ability to work independently while collaborating closely with the doctor and team when needed.

Why Hygienists Choose Maine Dentistry

• $55–$60/hour
• $5,000 sign-on bonus, paid within your first 90 days
• Monthly production bonus opportunity
• 3.5-day workweek
• $500/month health stipend
• 401(k) with up to 4% employer match
• Generous PTO — up to 4 weeks
• 7–9 paid holidays
• Paid continuing education and professional development
• Dental benefits
• Covered parking connected directly to our Portland office

Our Portland location offers the convenience of being in the city without the stress of heavy downtown traffic. You can park in a covered garage connected directly to the building and walk into work without worrying about street parking, weather, or downtown congestion.

A Practice Where You Can Practice With Confidence

We are looking for a hygienist who:

• Thrives with clinical autonomy
• Takes pride in delivering exceptional patient care
• Builds meaningful, long-term relationships with patients
• Is confident in patient education and treatment recommendations
• Is dependable, professional, and team-oriented
• Values continued learning and clinical growth
• Wants to be part of a positive, high-performing team

Maine Dentistry has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Maine in 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2025.

That recognition reflects what matters most to us: creating a workplace where talented people feel respected, supported, trusted, and appreciated.

If you are an experienced hygienist looking for a modern private practice where you can enjoy excellent compensation, a 3.5-day workweek, clinical independence, a genuinely great team, and a strong quality of life, we would love to meet you.

Come Do Dental Differently with Maine Dentistry.

Apply directly through Indeed, or reach out confidentially to Sharri Olsen, Office Manager, at [email protected].

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55.00–$60.00 per hour
Work Location: In person — Portland, Maine

Pay: $50.00 - $60.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

Work Location: In person