Dental Hygiene Assistant

Dental One As; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and disability benefits

401(k)

Support for professional growth and continuing education

Job summary

Dental One As is seeking a dedicated Dental Hygienist Assistant in Alexandria, Virginia, to support our clinical team. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma and ideally have dental assisting experience. Responsibilities include preparing treatment rooms, educating patients, and assisting the hygienist with scheduling. We offer competitive hourly pay, full-time hours, and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance. Join us in providing exceptional care and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Prior dental assisting experience is required.
• Certification in CPR can be obtained upon hiring.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and set up treatment rooms, ensuring cleanliness and proper sterilization.
• Update patient health history and chart treatment progress.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and preventive care.
• Support the hygienist with patient scheduling and treatment recommendations.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented with a commitment to patient care and comfort

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate or certification in Dental Assisting

CPR certification

Job description

Dental Care of Alexandria is looking for a Dental Hygienist Assistant in Alexandria, Virginia, to join our clinical team. We are committed to providing a high level of patient care and satisfaction while operating in a team‑based environment. We take pride in providing comprehensive, personalized care in a warm and welcoming environment, prioritizing patient comfort and advanced treatments for optimal oral health.

Position Overview

As a Dental Hygiene Assistant, you are an integral part of the care team, providing support to the office and assisting the professional dental staff with treatment. We are passionate about preventive oral health care and value our hygiene team. Join our dynamic dental practice as a Dental Hygiene Assistant! We pride ourselves on providing exceptional care in a supportive, friendly environment with opportunities for professional growth. Candidates must have prior dental assisting experience to be considered.

What we offer

• Competitive Pay range: min$22-max$30 per hour
• Full time: Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
• Health, dental, and vision insurance (individual and family coverage)
• Life insurance and disability benefits
• 401(k)
• Support for professional growth and continuing education
• Team-oriented work environment with access to modern dental technology

Responsibilities

• Prepare and set up treatment rooms, ensuring cleanliness and proper sterilization
• Update patient health history and chart treatment progress
• Expose and develop radiographs (if certified)
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and preventive care
• Coordinate with clinical staff to manage inventory and sterilization of dental instruments
• Support the hygienist with patient scheduling and treatment recommendations and office recall systems
• Perform routine tasks while ensuring compliance with the industry regulations including HIPAA & OSHA

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (Required)
• Associate or certification in Dental Assisting (Preferred)
• CPR certification (Preferred but can be obtained upon hiring)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to patient care and comfort

Legal Disclaimer: We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. All benefits are subject to potential vesting and eligibility requirements. The company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ancestry, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, religious creed or belief, physical or mental disability, marital or familial status, legally protected medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.