Dental Hygienist Jobs Nationwide

You Set the Terms - Leave the Job Search to Us

Create Your Schedule

Work as often or as little as you want. Pick up single-day fill-ins between your regular shifts, or build a full contract calendar — you decide.

Choose Your Search Radius

Find hygiene opportunities near you, or expand your radius when you're open to a commute for the right office.

Negotiate Your Salary

Filter jobs by your target hourly rate, or make a counter-offer directly through the app.

Enjoy W-2 Employee Security

No matter your schedule, you get every protection of a W-2 employee — not a 1099 contractor.

Work with Peace of Mind

Every shift you work with DDS comes with the following benefits:

Employer-Paid Taxes

Worker's Compensation

Malpractice Insurance

Unemployment Insurance

Weekly Pay

Bonuses for Hours Worked

Hygiene Opportunities, On Your Terms

We offer a hands-on, personalized matching service to connect dental professionals to exclusive work opportunities that fit their goals.

Direct Hire

Ready to find your permanent chair? DDS is the liaison between you and the dental office, advocating for your best interest and the right fit.

Contract

Looking for flexibility? Pick up single-day fill-ins or longer contract assignments — vacation coverage, maternity leave, sick leave, and more.

Contract-to-hire

Try an office before you commit. Work a contract or complete a working interview, with the option to convert to permanent.

Create your free profile to get connected to our network of 50k+ offices nationwide.

Get Started

Hygienist Testimonials

Hear what dental hygienists love most about working with DDS

"I can build my whole week around the shifts I want."

RDH

"DDS found me an office that actually matched my pace."

RDH

"Weekly pay and full benefits, even as a contract hygienist."

RDH

W-2 Protection Nationwide

DDS employees receive the full benefits they’re entitled to: employer-paid taxes, unemployment and malpractice insurance, Worker’s Compensation, and bonuses for hours worked.
Illegal 1099 misclassification of dental auxiliary staff leaves providers at legal and financial risk. We prioritize the health and safety of our employees so they can deliver exceptional care to their patients.


	W-2 Employee	1099 Independent Contractor
Employer-paid taxes	Employer pays half of Social Security and Medicare contributions	Contractor pays full Social Security and Medicare contributions
Unemployment insurance	Paid in full by the employer	No unemployment insurance
Worker's Compensation	Paid in full by the employer	No Worker’s Compensation
Occupational Accident Insurance	Does not apply because employees are covered in full by Worker’s Compensation	Paid in full by contractor. Coverage is more limited in scope than Worker’s Compensation
Malpractice insurance	Paid in full by the employer	No Malpractice Insurance
PTO/ Bonus program	Earn bonuses with hours worked	No benefits

Dental Hygienist Jobs — Frequently Asked Questions

How do dental hygienist jobs through DDS work?

You create a free profile, submit your license and credentials, then browse and apply to hygiene shifts and openings near you. Once matched, you work as a W-2 employee of DDS — not a 1099 contractor — for the length of the assignment.

Can I work as a per diem hygienist with DDS?

Yes. DDS supports single-day fill-ins, recurring per diem shifts, short-term contracts, and long-term or direct-hire placements, so you can choose the level of commitment that fits your life.

Do I need an active RDH license to apply?

Yes, you'll need a valid, active dental hygiene license in the state where you plan to work. Use the State License Verification tool to confirm your license status before applying.

How and when do hygienists get paid?

DDS hygienists are paid weekly via direct deposit, with bonuses available based on hours worked.

Is malpractice insurance included for contract hygiene shifts?

Yes. As a W-2 employee of DDS, you're covered by employer-paid malpractice insurance on every assignment, along with worker's compensation and unemployment insurance.

What's the difference between contract and direct-hire hygiene placements?

Contract placements have a defined start and end date (covering vacation, sick leave, or practice overflow), while direct-hire placements are permanent positions. Contract-to-hire lets you try an office before committing long-term.