Jobs in Dental Hygiene: 6 Considerations Beyond the Hourly Rate
Many dental hygienists across the country are seeing increases in hourly wages due to factors such as the COVID-19 pandemic, a shortage of hygienists, and stronger self-advocacy.1 While the hourly rate is an important factor, it's just one piece of a larger puzzle when considering a new position. Here’s a look at that bigger picture.
Health Benefits
As health-care professionals, hygienists know how important it is to have access to health benefits. However, depending on the dental office, many hygienists don’t get them through their employer. In 2022, it was reported that only 22.5% of RDHs employed in private practices received health benefits through their employers, while 63.5% of RDHs working in corporate dental offices reported that they were provided with health insurance.2 This highlights the need for a more uniform approach to health benefits for all dental hygienists...
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Health Benefits
As health-care professionals, hygienists know how important it is to have access to health benefits. However, depending on the dental office, many hygienists don’t get them through their employer. In 2022, it was reported that only 22.5% of RDHs employed in private practices received health benefits through their employers, while 63.5% of RDHs working in corporate dental offices reported that they were provided with health insurance.2 This highlights the need for a more uniform approach to health benefits for all dental hygienists...
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