Dental Hygiene Assistant — Fast Learner, Patient‑Focused Team Player

Heartland Dental; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Six paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Heartland Dental’s Compass Creek office is seeking a Hygiene Assistant to support our hygiene team in delivering excellent patient care. This entry-level role offers extensive on-the-job training and clear career development within a world-class network.

You will work with our experienced hygienists, gain hands-on chairside experience, and contribute to a patient-first culture that emphasizes learning and teamwork. This position offers a path to growth within Heartland Dental.

Qualifications

• On the job training and additional certification may be required based on state requirements.
• High school graduate or GED Equivalent.
• Team Player.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced customer-focused environment.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• HIPAA training and protecting PHI per role.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, maintaining patient comfort and providing education.
• Review the patient’s health history to ensure quality care.
• Assist hygienists during a wide range of procedures in accordance with state practice acts.
• Set up rooms for all hygiene visits, including stocking and restocking instruments and supplies.
• Use Dentrix for patient scheduling and record keeping.
• Prepare treatment rooms with safety protocols following OSHA & CDC recommendations.
• Collaborate with providers and team to optimize office workflow.

Skills

Team Player

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Fast-paced environment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Heartland Dental’s Compass Creek office is seeking a Hygiene Assistant to support our hygiene team in delivering excellent patient care. This entry-level role offers extensive on-the-job training and clear career development within a world-class network.

You will work with our experienced hygienists, gain hands-on chairside experience, and contribute to a patient-first culture that emphasizes learning and teamwork. This position offers a path to growth within Heartland Dental.