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Dental Hygienists in Florida

Dental hygienists provide preventive oral care to patients in dental offices and clinics. They clean teeth, assess oral health problems, take X-rays, and educate patients on proper brushing and flossing In Florida the median pay is $91,980 a year, 6% below the national median of $98,100.

$91,980median pay in Florida, per year
$80,190–$96,060middle half earn
11,980employed in Florida
$98,100U.S. median, for comparison
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Who is hiring in Florida

18open roles like this on employer career sites, 0 in Florida or remote
3employers hiring
17posted in the last 7 days
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Openings in Florida and remote

  • Dental Hygienist · Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System · Coleman, Florida · $52977–$66599

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What it takes

Preparation: Medium preparation (vocational training, an associate degree, or related experience). Most hold an associate degree.

Skills that matter most

Active ListeningSpeakingCritical ThinkingWritingMonitoringSocial PerceptivenessService OrientationReading Comprehension

Knowledge areas

Medicine and DentistryCustomer and Personal ServicePsychologyEnglish LanguageEducation and TrainingComputers and Electronics

Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Dental Hygienists.

Licenses and training in Florida

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O*NET-SOC 29-1292.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, Florida, annual.