Registered Dental Hygienist Goldendale, WA (Columbia River Gorge area) Join a well-established, modern private dental practice serving the Goldendale community for decades. Work in a 5-operatory clinic with cone beam CT technology, alongside an experienced owner dentist and two tenured hygienists in a collaborative, mentorship-driven environment. New graduates and experienced hygienists alike are welcome. Schedule & Patient Care Flexible 32 to 40 hour week, Monday through Friday No evenings, weekends, or call Average of 8 patients per day with traditional one-hour appointments (accelerated schedule optional) Private practice autonomy without corporate pressure Compensation & Benefits First year potential salary $123K annually $5,000 sign-on bonus $750/month medical insurance stipend Vision coverage In-house dental care plus up to $2,000 annually toward specialist treatment IRA with employer match Paid vacation (starting Year 2), sick leave, and approximately 6 paid holidays No Washington state income tax; The Dalles, OR (nearby) has no sales tax
Community Highlights:
Outdoor recreation: Hiking, fishing, boating, wine touring, and top-tier windsurfing and kiteboarding along the Columbia River Gorge, plus skiing at nearby Mt. Hood.
Convenient location:
Easy weekend access to larger cities, so small-town pace doesn't mean isolation. Job Reference #: RDH 26768