Dental Hygienist Salary Survey 2014
Difficulty in finding a job as a dental hygienist in Idaho
Observation: Idaho provided the minimum of survey responses, 14. So we suspect there may be a few dental hygienists who disagree with these numbers. But it is worth nothing that almost 60% of those who responded think it is “very difficult” to find a job.
Length of time since last pay raise in Idaho
Observation: The national average for receiving a pay raise within the last year is 26%. So Idaho is doing very well in this regard.
Most common hourly pay rate in Idaho
$36
Observation: 33% said they earn $36 an hour. 67% earn rates in the $35 to $38 an hour range.
Descriptions of pay arrangements based on production or commission
- I earn 43% of my hygiene specific production. That is, any work I do like X-rays, cleanings, sealants, fluoride applications — anything I do. If I am behind and ask someone to take my X-rays, I would not earn anything for that production. I am not paid if a patient no shows/cancels, or for clean up, set up. I work for a discounted fee office as well, so our prices are generally lower than anywhere else.
About the Author
Mark Hartley
Mark Hartley is the editor of RDH magazine and collaborates with Kristine Hodsdon on many of the articles for RDH eVillage, which also appear on DentistryIQ.com.
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