For dental hygienists
Working temp shifts as a hygienist: W-2 vs 1099, pay, cancellations, insurance, schedules and getting hired permanently.
- Teero vs GoTu for dental hygienists: which is better to work for?Teero classifies every hygienist as W-2 with insurance on every shift, free to join. GoTu is 1099 by default, with W-2 shifts available if the office opts in.
- What happens if a dental office cancels my Teero shift?If the office cancels within 24 hours of the shift start, you're paid for the full scheduled shift. Cancellations made earlier than that don't carry a fee, and there's no shift to work.
- Does Teero charge hygienists a fee?No. Teero is free for hygienists, with no commitment or minimum number of shifts. The service fee is charged to the dental office, not to you.
- How do reviews and ratings work for hygienists on Teero?After every shift, offices rate you and you rate the office. Your profile shows ratings and reviews from offices, while your own reviews of offices stay anonymous.
- How and when does Teero pay hygienists?Standard pay is direct deposited every Thursday for the previous week's shifts, with taxes withheld. Instant Pay sends 50% of your earnings within seconds of finishing a shift.
- What do I need to start working as a hygienist on Teero?An active, unrestricted dental hygiene license in the state where you'll work, plus basic information, a short intro call, license validation and I-9 verification, all done in the Teero app.
- Does Teero cover workers' comp and liability insurance for hygienists?Yes. Every hygienist who works a shift through Teero is covered by workers' compensation and professional liability (malpractice) insurance, at no cost to you.
- Can I cancel a shift I picked up on Teero?Yes. Cancel more than 14 days out in the app; sooner, contact support. If the office cancels on you within 24 hours, you're still paid for the full shift.
- Can I choose my own schedule and offices as a Teero hygienist?Yes. Browse and pick shifts in the app, filter by distance, pay, day and office type, request partial shifts, and use Instant Book for immediate confirmation.
- Which states can I work in as a Teero hygienist?Any of all 50 states, as long as you hold an active, unrestricted dental hygiene license in that state. Add more state licenses in the app as you earn them.
- How can a temp dental hygienist get hired permanently?Temping first lets an office get to know your work before making an offer. On Teero, permanent placement costs the office nothing, at any point, with no minimum number of shifts required first.
- How does temp dental hygienist pay work?Pay is direct deposited every Thursday for the previous week's shifts, with taxes withheld. Instant Pay sends half your earnings within seconds. Typical temp pay runs $45-75/hour, depending on state and metro.
- How do I start working temp shifts as a dental hygienist?Confirm your license is current, choose a platform, complete onboarding and license verification, then browse and claim shifts. Teero's onboarding: basic info, a 10-minute call, license validation and in-app I-9.
- Should a dental hygienist temp as a W-2 employee or a 1099 contractor?W-2 shifts payroll tax withholding, and usually coverage, to the staffing company. 1099 leaves tax administration and coverage questions with the hygienist. General information, not tax or legal advice.
- What are the best apps for dental hygienists to pick up temp shifts?Teero, GoTu, Kwikly, onDiem, Cloud Dentistry, Toothio and Princess compared for hygienists on W-2 vs 1099 status, who sets pay, late-cancellation pay, and the path to a permanent hire, as of September 2026.