Dental hiring strategies to attract and keep great people

Write a job description people want to read

• Be specific: the role, the schedule, the procedures and the software you use.
• Show the growth path: training, expanded functions, continuing education support.
• Include pay. Use BLS wage data for your state as a starting point.

Build relationships with schools

Dental hygiene and dental assisting programs need clinical and externship sites. Hosting students is one of the best ways to meet future hires.

Use referrals

Your team knows people. A clear, fair referral bonus, paid after the new hire stays a set time, works well.

Compete on pay and benefits

Check what hygienists and assistants earn in your state, and be honest about benefits, schedule and time off.

Make your office a place people stay

• Communicate openly and act on feedback.
• Recognize good work often and specifically.
• Offer flexible hours where you can.
• Keep equipment current and make the office pleasant to work in.

Check credentials every time

Every state requires dental hygienists to be licensed, and expanded-function dental assistants need a state credential. Verify on your state dental board's lookup before someone's first day.

See SHIFTit for dental offices, or book a call with our team.