6 templates for dental practices: standard, small-practice, part-time, RDH, and pediatric hygienist, plus assistant, with the licensing, scope-of-practice, and FLSA guidance generic templates skip. Download as DOCX.
The dental hygienist is one of the most common clinical hires a dental practice makes, and one of the most generically described. The job descriptions online mostly come from large template sites that echo a faceless employer with an HR department. That misses who is usually hiring: a dentist-owner or office manager at a small practice of around five people, writing the posting between patients. It also skips the two things that matter most for this hire, the FLSA classification and the state scope of practice, that a generic bullet list leaves out.
This page gives you six templates for that practice: standard hygienist, small or solo practice, part-time by days per week, registered hygienist (RDH), and pediatric, plus a companion dental assistant template since most practices hire both. At FirstHR, we build hiring and onboarding tools for small practices like yours. For the principles behind any posting, the guide to writing a job description covers the fundamentals.
TL;DR
A dental hygienist provides preventive and periodontal care: cleanings, x-rays, screening, and patient education, requiring an active state RDH license. The role is almost always non-exempt and hourly, because the learned-professional exemption needs four years of accredited study and most hygienists enter via a three-year associate's degree. The BLS reports a median of $94,260 ($45.32/hour, May 2024). Scope of practice varies by state. This page has six templates for the dental team; download all as one DOCX.
What a Dental Hygienist Does
A dental hygienist provides preventive dental care and patient education. The core work is performing cleanings, scaling, and root planing, taking x-rays, screening for oral disease, applying sealants and fluoride, and teaching patients how to care for their teeth at home. In most states a licensed hygienist may also administer local anesthesia. The role requires an active state license and strict infection-control practices because of the exposure to blood and saliva involved.
The federal occupation is dental hygienists (SOC 29-1292), and the work environment is almost entirely dentists' offices. For the employer writing the posting, two features stand out: the role is non-exempt and hourly, and what a hygienist may do varies by state, so the duties have to match your state's dental practice act. The six templates split by setting and credential so the document matches the real hire.
Dental Hygienist Duties and Responsibilities
Dental hygienist duties cluster into four areas: preventive and periodontal care, assessment and imaging, patient education, and records and compliance. A strong job description picks the specific responsibilities from each area that match your practice and your state's scope of practice rather than listing every possible task. These are the duties grouped the way the templates use them.
Preventive and periodontal care
Perform cleanings, scaling, and root planing
Apply sealants, fluoride, and preventive agents
Assess and chart periodontal health
Assessment and imaging
Take and interpret dental x-rays
Screen for oral disease and chart findings
Administer local anesthesia where state-licensed
Patient education
Coach patients on brushing and home care
Explain findings and treatment options
Build trust and ease patient anxiety
Records and compliance
Document care and update the dentist
Follow OSHA and infection control standards
Maintain accurate clinical records
The emphasis shifts by role: an RDH version leans into periodontal assessment and full-scope care, while a pediatric version adds behavior guidance for children. For a structured way to scope the role to your practice, the guide to defining job responsibilities walks through the process.
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Pick the template by setting and schedule. The preventive-care core runs through all six, but each frames the duties, credentials, and schedule for a specific kind of hire, which reads more credibly to a candidate. Use this guide to choose, then adjust to your state's scope of practice.
Dental Hygienist (Standard)
Most practices
The full-scope baseline: cleanings, x-rays, screening, preventive care, and patient education, with the RDH license and OSHA requirements built in. Start here.
Small / Solo Practice
Owner-operated office
A lean, no-jargon version for a single-location practice owner hiring directly, where the hygienist works closely with a small team and owns their schedule.
Part-Time / Days-Per-Week
Flexible schedule
The version for the many hygienists hired a set number of days a week, with a schedule checklist and a note that overtime still applies on a part-time role.
Registered Hygienist (RDH)
Full credential scope
The credential-forward version: prophylaxis, periodontal assessment, and full-scope care, with NBDHE, state clinical exam, and local anesthesia certification spelled out.
Pediatric Hygienist
Children and adolescents
The pediatric version: preventive care, sealants, and behavior guidance for kids, plus coaching parents on brushing, diet, and habits.
Dental Assistant (Companion)
Chairside support
A companion template for the most common support hire: chairside assisting, room setup, sterilization, and x-rays where certified, also hourly and non-exempt.
Match the Template to the Hire
Most practices start with the standard Dental Hygienist. An owner-run office is Small / Solo Practice. Hiring a set number of days a week is Part-Time / Days-Per-Week. A credential-forward posting is Registered Hygienist (RDH). A children's practice is Pediatric Hygienist. The most common support hire alongside is Dental Assistant. Every version is non-exempt and hourly, and every version should match your state's scope of practice.
6 Dental Hygienist Job Description Templates
Download all six as a single Word document or copy individual templates. Each follows the same structure: practice and job summary, key responsibilities, qualifications, a compliance or schedule note where it applies, the non-exempt classification, pay, and how to apply, with an EEO statement. Fill in the brackets and match the duties to your state.
Download All 6 Job Description Templates
Standard, small practice, part-time, RDH, pediatric, and assistant. All in one DOCX.
Template 1: Dental Hygienist (Standard)
The full-scope baseline: cleanings, x-rays, screening, preventive care, and patient education, with the RDH license and OSHA requirements built in. The version to adapt for most hires.
[One or two sentences about your practice: the setting, the patient
base, the team, and what makes it a good place to work.]
JOB SUMMARY
[Practice Name] is hiring a licensed Dental Hygienist to provide
preventive dental care and patient education. You will clean teeth,
take x-rays, screen for oral health issues, and help patients keep
healthy smiles, working closely with our dentists and team. We are
looking for a thorough, friendly hygienist our patients will trust.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
•Perform cleanings, scaling, and root planing
•Take and develop dental x-rays
•Screen for oral disease and chart findings
•Apply preventive treatments such as sealants and fluoride
•Administer local anesthesia where state-licensed
•Educate patients on oral hygiene and home care
•Document care and communicate findings to the dentist
•Follow OSHA and infection control procedures
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
•Associate or bachelor's degree in dental hygiene
•Active dental hygiene (RDH) license in [State]
•Radiography / x-ray certification where required
•Current CPR/BLS certification
•Strong chairside manner and attention to detail
COMPENSATION AND HOW TO APPLY
Pay: $_ per hour [+ benefits]
Benefits: __ (PTO, CE allowance, health)
To apply, email __ with your resume and license
details.
[Practice Name] is an equal opportunity employer.
Template 2: Small / Solo Practice
A lean, no-jargon version for a single-location practice owner hiring directly, where the hygienist works closely with a small team and owns their patient schedule.
Small / Solo Practice Dental Hygienist Job Description
DENTAL HYGIENIST JOB DESCRIPTION (SMALL / SOLO PRACTICE)
The version for the many hygienists hired a set number of days a week, with a schedule checklist and a note that overtime still applies even on a part-time role.
[Practice Name] is hiring a Part-Time Dental Hygienist to join our
team [__] days a week. You will provide preventive care and patient
education on your scheduled days, performing cleanings, x-rays, and
screenings. This role is ideal for a hygienist who wants a flexible,
set schedule with a friendly practice.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
•Perform cleanings, scaling, and root planing
•Take and develop dental x-rays
•Screen for oral disease and chart findings
•Apply sealants, fluoride, and preventive treatments
•Educate patients on oral hygiene and home care
•Document care and update the dentist
•Follow OSHA and infection control procedures
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
•Associate or bachelor's degree in dental hygiene
•Active dental hygiene (RDH) license in [State]
•Radiography certification where required
•Current CPR/BLS certification
•Available on the set days listed above
SCHEDULE AND PAY (read before posting)
Part-time hygienists are paid hourly and are non-exempt, so overtime
applies to any hours over 40 in a week even on a part-time schedule.
List the specific days and hours so candidates can match it to their
availability. Many hygienists work part time, so a clear, set schedule
is a real draw.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply, email __ with your resume, license,
and the days you are available.
[Practice Name] is an equal opportunity employer.
Template 4: Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)
The credential-forward version: prophylaxis, periodontal assessment, and full-scope care, with NBDHE, the state clinical exam, and local anesthesia certification spelled out.
The pediatric version: preventive care, sealants, and behavior guidance for children and adolescents, plus coaching parents on brushing, diet, and habits.
[Practice Name] is hiring a Pediatric Dental Hygienist to provide
preventive care for children and adolescents in a child-friendly
setting. You will clean teeth, apply sealants and fluoride, take
x-rays, and coach kids and parents on oral health, helping children
build a positive relationship with the dentist.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
•Perform cleanings and preventive care for pediatric patients
•Apply sealants, fluoride, and preventive treatments
•Take dental x-rays using child-appropriate technique
•Coach children and parents on brushing, diet, and habits
•Use age-appropriate behavior guidance to ease anxiety
•Chart findings and communicate with the dentist
•Follow OSHA and infection control procedures
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
•Associate or bachelor's degree in dental hygiene
•Active dental hygiene (RDH) license in [State]
•Radiography certification where required
•Current CPR/BLS certification
•Patience, warmth, and skill working with children
COMPENSATION AND HOW TO APPLY
Pay: $_ per hour [+ benefits]
To apply, email __ with your resume and license.
[Practice Name] is an equal opportunity employer.
Template 6: Dental Assistant (Companion Role)
A companion template for the most common support hire: chairside assisting, room setup, sterilization, and x-rays where certified, also hourly and non-exempt.
[Practice Name] is hiring a Dental Assistant to support our dentists
and hygienists chairside and keep the clinical day running smoothly.
You will prepare rooms and patients, assist during procedures, take
x-rays where certified, and sterilize instruments. This is a
hands-on role for a reliable, organized person who is good with
patients.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
•Prepare treatment rooms and set up instruments
•Assist the dentist and hygienist chairside
•Take and process x-rays where certified
•Sterilize instruments and follow infection control
•Take impressions and pour models where trained
•Comfort and prepare patients for treatment
•Keep clinical areas stocked and clean
•Update patient records and assist front office as needed
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
•Dental assisting certificate or on-the-job training
•Radiography / x-ray certification where state requires
•[CDA or state registration a plus]
•Current CPR/BLS certification
•Reliable, organized, and good with patients
COMPENSATION AND HOW TO APPLY
Pay: $_ per hour [+ benefits]
To apply, email __ with your resume.
[Practice Name] is an equal opportunity employer.
Requirements and Credentials to Include
Dental hygienist requirements start from the non-negotiable credentials, the degree and the active license, then add the state-specific certifications the role needs. The SHRM guide to job descriptions covers the standard sections; for a clinical role, the difference is making the licensing and certification gate explicit and verifiable.
Requirement
What to look for
Education
Associate or bachelor's degree from a CODA-accredited dental hygiene program
Exam
National Board Dental Hygiene Examination (NBDHE) and state clinical exam passed
License
Active state RDH license, verified against the dental board before day one
Radiography
X-ray certification where the role takes images
Anesthesia
Local anesthesia certification where the role administers it
Certification
Current CPR/BLS; pediatric experience where relevant
Keep the posting neutral and inclusive, since the EEOC prohibits job advertisements that show a preference based on a protected characteristic. Requiring the active state license up front and verifying it against the dental board is the single most important screen, because an unlicensed hygienist cannot legally provide care.
FLSA, Licensing, and Scope of Practice
Hiring a hygienist carries compliance a generic template skips: the FLSA classification that catches many practices, the licensing gate, the state scope of practice that shapes the duties, and the OSHA standards the clinical setting works under. Get these right and your posting attracts the right candidates and protects the practice.
FLSA: hygienists are usually non-exempt and hourly
This is the single most important classification fact, and the one most generic templates skip. A dental hygienist is generally non-exempt and paid hourly, which means overtime-eligible. The Department of Labor's guidance is specific: a hygienist qualifies for the learned-professional exemption only if they completed four academic years of accredited pre-professional and professional study. Most hygienists enter through a roughly three-year associate's degree, so they do not meet that test and must be paid overtime for hours over 40 in a week. Dentists and associate dentists are exempt, and a supervising office manager may be, but the clinical hygienist almost always is not. Classify by the actual degree and duties, not the title, and remember some states add daily overtime rules. This is general information, not legal advice.
Licensing: RDH license is the non-negotiable gate
Every state requires dental hygienists to be licensed, and the requirements vary by state but generally include graduating from a program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation, passing the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination (NBDHE), and passing a state or regional clinical examination. For a posting, require the active state hygiene license up front and verify it against the state dental board before the first day, because an unlicensed hygienist cannot legally provide care. A new graduate is fine to hire, but the license must be active before they treat a patient. This is general information, not legal advice.
Scope of practice varies by state
What a hygienist may do, and how closely a dentist must supervise, differs significantly by state, so the duties in your posting should match your state's dental practice act. As of August 2025, all states permit dental hygienists to administer local anesthesia, but the supervision level and certification requirements differ, and functions like nitrous oxide, restorative work, and the degree of independent practice vary widely. The ADHA maintains state-by-state scope-of-practice charts. Write the responsibilities to your state's allowed functions, and require any state-specific certifications such as local anesthesia or restorative endorsements where they apply. This is general information, not legal advice; confirm your state's rules.
OSHA and infection control apply to the whole team
Dental work falls under general-industry OSHA standards, most importantly the Bloodborne Pathogens standard (29 CFR 1910.1030), because the work involves exposure to blood and saliva, which OSHA treats as potentially infectious. That means an exposure control plan, training at hire and annually, a Hepatitis B vaccine offered at no cost, and PPE. The Hazard Communication standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) covers the chemicals in the operatory. Radiography certification, where the role takes x-rays, and current CPR/BLS are also standard. Build these into onboarding for the hygienist and every clinical hire, not just as a posting line. This is general information, not legal advice.
Hygienists Are Usually Non-Exempt and Hourly
Under the Department of Labor's learned-professional guidance, a dental hygienist qualifies as exempt only with four academic years of accredited study; most enter through a roughly three-year associate's degree, so they are non-exempt and overtime-eligible. Dental work is also covered by the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens standard (29 CFR 1910.1030), requiring an exposure control plan, training, PPE, and a Hepatitis B vaccine offer.
For more on the classification that applies to the hourly clinical team, the exempt versus non-exempt guide and the Fair Labor Standards Act overview explain the tests, and remember that scope of practice and supervision rules vary by state, so confirm yours.
Dental Hygienist Pay
Dental hygienists are well paid for a role that requires an associate's degree, with pay varying by region, setting, and experience. Because the role is non-exempt and hourly, the hourly rate and overtime both matter. Set your range using government data as a baseline, then adjust for your local market.
Median $94,260 a Year (BLS)
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported a median annual wage of $94,260, or $45.32 per hour, for dental hygienists as of the May 2024 data, with the lowest 10 percent under $66,470 and the highest 10 percent above $120,060 (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics). Employment was about 221,600, with the field projected to grow 7 percent from 2024 to 2034 and roughly 15,300 openings a year.
Pay runs higher in metropolitan areas and higher-cost states, and a documented shortage of hygienists has pushed wages up in many markets, which is part of why this role can be hard to fill. Because the role is non-exempt, overtime applies on top of the hourly rate for hours over 40 in a week. Post a competitive, transparent range benchmarked to your local market to compete for a clinical hire that practices consistently report is difficult to recruit.
Hiring a Dental Hygienist for a Small Practice
A large dental group hires through a recruiting team. A small, owner-operated practice makes this hire directly, and faces three things the template farms ignore: the owner is also the HR department, the FLSA classification is easy to get wrong, and one hire is part of staffing a whole team. Here is how to handle all three.
The template farms write for generic employers; you are a five-person practice
Most dental hygienist job descriptions online come from large template sites and echo a generic employer with an HR department. The reality for most of the field is different: the typical practice is a small team of around five, the dentist-owner or an office manager writes the posting, and there is rarely an HR expert on staff. That owner is the clinician and the HR department at once, writing the job description between patients. The templates above are built for exactly that practice: pick the version that matches your office and the role, fill in the brackets, and post, without translating a generic corporate job description down to your size.
Classifying the hygienist wrong is an expensive, common mistake
The most consequential thing a small practice gets wrong on this hire is FLSA classification. A dental hygienist is almost always non-exempt and hourly, because the learned-professional exemption requires four academic years of accredited study and most hygienists enter through a three-year associate's degree. Practices that treat a salaried hygienist as exempt and skip overtime are exposed to back-pay and penalty risk, and dental-specific HR advisors consistently warn owners to classify hygienists as non-exempt. The templates state the non-exempt, hourly classification up front so you start from the right footing, and the part-time template flags that overtime still applies even on a few-days-a-week schedule.
One hire is part of staffing a whole practice, and onboarding carries the compliance
A dental practice is a small team: a dentist or two, a hygienist or two, assistants, and a front desk. Hiring is recurring across those roles, and each hire carries the same after-offer work made specific by healthcare: a signed offer, the I-9 and tax forms, RDH license and radiography verification, a signed bloodborne pathogen and HIPAA training acknowledgment, and the Hepatitis B vaccine offer. FirstHR fits this people side for a practice owner: e-signature for the offer letter and acknowledgments, training modules for bloodborne pathogens, HIPAA, and hazard communication, task workflows for license and certification verification, and document management for signed forms and the exposure control plan. To be clear about scope, FirstHR is an onboarding and HR platform, not a dental practice-management or imaging system, and it does not run payroll or administer benefits, so pair it with those providers. Applicant tracking is coming soon.
From Hiring to Onboarding
The job description is step one. Once a hygienist accepts, the same document becomes the basis for the offer and a healthcare-specific onboarding, and because the role carries licensing and OSHA obligations, a smooth, repeatable process pays off every time you hire. The paperwork comes first: the offer in writing, the I-9 with documents verified, the W-4 and state tax forms per the new hire paperwork guide, plus RDH license and radiography verification.
Send the offer in writing
Confirm the role, the hourly pay, the schedule or days per week, and the start date in a written offer, so a hygienist knows exactly what they accepted.
Verify license and certifications
Confirm the active RDH license against the state dental board, plus radiography and any local-anesthesia certification, and current CPR/BLS before the first patient.
Train on safety and compliance
Bloodborne pathogen, HIPAA, and hazard communication training at hire, with the Hepatitis B vaccine offer and signed acknowledgments kept on file.
Store the records
Keep the signed offer, license and certification copies, training acknowledgments, and the exposure control plan organized, since training records are kept for years.
Once your offer is ready, the offer letter template handles the next step, and an onboarding template gives the new hire a structured start. FirstHR connects the offer, paperwork, e-signatures, training acknowledgments, and onboarding workflow in one place so a small practice can manage the full process, including bloodborne pathogen, HIPAA, and hazard communication training, from one system. FirstHR is an onboarding and HR platform, not a dental practice-management or imaging tool, and it does not run payroll or administer benefits, so connect those separately. Applicant tracking is coming soon to FirstHR.
Key Takeaways
A dental hygienist provides preventive and periodontal care: cleanings, x-rays, screening, and patient education, requiring an active state RDH license.
Use the template that matches the hire: standard, small or solo practice, part-time, RDH, or pediatric, plus the companion assistant.
A hygienist is almost always non-exempt and hourly; the learned-professional exemption needs four years of accredited study, and most enter via an associate's degree.
Match the duties to your state's scope of practice, since what a hygienist may do and how closely a dentist supervises varies by state.
Require the active state RDH license, radiography certification, and CPR/BLS, and verify the license before the first patient.
The BLS reports a median wage of $94,260, or $45.32 an hour (May 2024), with a documented shortage pushing pay up in many markets.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a dental hygienist do?
A dental hygienist provides preventive dental care and patient education. Day to day, that means performing cleanings, scaling, and root planing, taking and developing dental x-rays, screening patients for oral disease and charting findings, applying preventive treatments like sealants and fluoride, and teaching patients how to care for their teeth at home. In most states a licensed hygienist may also administer local anesthesia. Hygienists work closely with the dentist, documenting findings and flagging issues for diagnosis, and they follow strict OSHA and infection-control procedures because the work involves exposure to blood and saliva. The exact functions a hygienist may perform, and how closely a dentist must supervise, vary by state. It is a clinical, hands-on role that requires an active state license.
What are the main dental hygienist duties and responsibilities?
Dental hygienist duties cluster into four areas. Preventive and periodontal care: performing cleanings, scaling, and root planing, applying sealants and fluoride, and assessing periodontal health. Assessment and imaging: taking and interpreting x-rays, screening for oral disease, and administering local anesthesia where state-licensed. Patient education: coaching patients on brushing and home care, explaining findings, and easing anxiety. Records and compliance: documenting care, updating the dentist, and following OSHA and infection-control standards. The specific duties should match your state's scope of practice, since what a hygienist may do varies by state. A strong job description picks the responsibilities that fit your practice and your state's rules rather than copying a generic list.
Is a dental hygienist exempt or non-exempt under the FLSA?
A dental hygienist is almost always non-exempt and paid hourly, which means overtime-eligible. Under Department of Labor guidance, a hygienist qualifies for the learned-professional exemption only if they completed four academic years of accredited pre-professional and professional study. Because most hygienists enter the field through a roughly three-year associate's degree, they do not meet that test and must be paid overtime at one and a half times their regular rate for hours over 40 in a workweek. By contrast, dentists and associate dentists are exempt, and a supervising office manager may be, but the clinical hygienist generally is not. Practices that misclassify a hygienist as exempt and skip overtime face back-pay and penalty risk, so classify by the actual degree and duties, not the title, and check state rules, since some states add daily overtime. This is general information, not legal advice.
What license and certifications does a dental hygienist need?
Every state requires dental hygienists to be licensed, with requirements that vary by state but generally include graduating from a dental hygiene program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation, passing the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination (NBDHE), and passing a state or regional clinical examination. Most programs are associate's degrees that take about three years, though bachelor's and master's programs exist. Radiography or x-ray certification is commonly required to take images, current CPR or BLS certification is standard, and a separate local anesthesia certification may be required where the hygienist administers it. For a posting, require the active state RDH license up front and verify it against the state dental board, plus any state-specific certifications, before the first day. This is general information, not legal advice.
What is the difference between a dental hygienist and a dental assistant?
They are different roles with different training, scope, and pay. A dental hygienist is a licensed clinician who provides preventive and periodontal care directly to patients: cleanings, scaling, x-rays, screening, and patient education, often working somewhat independently within the state's scope of practice. A dental assistant supports the dentist and hygienist chairside: preparing rooms, passing instruments, taking x-rays where certified, sterilizing instruments, and helping patients, and the role typically requires a short certificate or on-the-job training rather than a degree and license. Hygienists earn substantially more, with a federal median near $94,000 versus about $47,000 for assistants, reflecting the difference in training and responsibility. Both are non-exempt and hourly, and many small practices hire both, which is why the assistant template is included here as a companion.
Do many dental hygienists work part time?
Part-time and set-days-per-week schedules are common in dental hygiene, more so than in many clinical roles, because a small practice often needs a hygienist only on certain days. The Bureau of Labor Statistics notes that many hygienists work part time and that dentists may hire hygienists to work only a few days a week. That said, recent industry surveys suggest a majority now work full-time as pay has risen, so the part-time pattern is real but no longer the default. For an employer, the practical step is to state the schedule clearly, whether full-time or a specific number of days a week, since a clear, set schedule is a genuine draw for candidates. Remember that a part-time hygienist is still non-exempt and hourly, so overtime applies to any hours over 40 in a week. This is general information, not legal advice.
How much does a dental hygienist make?
Dental hygienists are well paid for a role that requires an associate's degree, with pay varying by region, setting, and experience. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported a median annual wage of $94,260, or $45.32 per hour, as of the May 2024 data, with the lowest 10 percent earning under $66,470 and the highest 10 percent earning more than $120,060. Employment was about 221,600, with the field projected to grow 7 percent from 2024 to 2034, much faster than average, and roughly 15,300 openings a year. Pay tends to run higher in metropolitan areas and in states with higher costs of living, and a documented shortage of hygienists has pushed wages up in many markets. Because the role is non-exempt, overtime applies on top of the hourly rate. Benchmark to your local market and post a competitive range. This is general information, not legal advice.
What should a dental hygienist job description include?
A strong dental hygienist job description names the practice and setting up front, includes a short practice summary, a job summary that captures the preventive-care focus, and responsibilities grouped into preventive and periodontal care, assessment and imaging, patient education, and records and compliance, matched to your state's scope of practice. It should state the credential requirements clearly: the active state RDH license, radiography certification, CPR or BLS, and any local-anesthesia certification, and it should state the non-exempt, hourly classification with a pay range, since a growing number of states require one. If the role is part-time, name the specific days and hours. The most valuable additions that generic templates skip are the FLSA classification note and the state scope-of-practice match. Close with an equal opportunity statement and clear apply instructions. This is general information, not legal advice.
