” According to the U.S. Department of Labor, full-time hygienists earned a median annual salary of $72,330 in May 2015. The lowest paid 10 percent of hygienists earned $50,140 annually, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $98,440.” Salaries in densely populated areas are usually higher than the salaries in small cities or towns. The benefits for dental hygienist range with the setting. A salaried hygienist in a private office typically has a paid two- or three-week vacation. On the other hand, a part-time or commissioned hygienist in a private office usually has no paid vacation. “Other benefits for full-time hygienists usually include health insurance, sick leave, and retirement plans.” It all varies with education and experience. The schooling, benefits, and salary aren’t bad for a hygienist. It’s a calming environment and dental hygienist are always needed. So, by the time I graduate college with an associate degree I will be able to find a job pretty soon. Starting this summer, I’m planning to shadow at a dental office to get an idea of what I’ll be doing. This also helps me decide whether I really want to be a dental
” According to the U.S. Department of Labor, full-time hygienists earned a median annual salary of $72,330 in May 2015. The lowest paid 10 percent of hygienists earned $50,140 annually, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $98,440.” Salaries in densely populated areas are usually higher than the salaries in small cities or towns. The benefits for dental hygienist range with the setting. A salaried hygienist in a private office typically has a paid two- or three-week vacation. On the other hand, a part-time or commissioned hygienist in a private office usually has no paid vacation. “Other benefits for full-time hygienists usually include health insurance, sick leave, and retirement plans.” It all varies with education and experience. The schooling, benefits, and salary aren’t bad for a hygienist. It’s a calming environment and dental hygienist are always needed. So, by the time I graduate college with an associate degree I will be able to find a job pretty soon. Starting this summer, I’m planning to shadow at a dental office to get an idea of what I’ll be doing. This also helps me decide whether I really want to be a dental