Dental Hygiene Assistant - Hands-On Training & Growth

Heartland; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Heartland Dental is seeking a Hygiene Assistant to join Poplar Tree Dental Care in Virginia. This entry‑level position offers on‑the‑job training to develop dental assisting skills alongside expert hygiene providers.

You will support patient care, participate in room setup, and help maintain a smooth workflow while upholding safety and privacy standards. The role emphasizes teamwork, learning, and patient‑first service.

Qualifications

• On-the-job training and additional certification may be required based on state requirements.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• HIPAA training and PHI safeguards required; protect patient data.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome patients and educate them during treatment.
• Review patient health history to ensure quality care.
• Assist hygienists during a wide range of procedures.
• Set up and restock rooms and instruments for hygiene visits.
• Use Dentrix for scheduling and record keeping.
• Maintain safety protocols aligned with OSHA & CDC guidance.
• Collaborate with providers and team to optimize workflow.

Skills

Team player

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Fast-paced environment

Education

High school graduate or GED

Tools

Dentrix

Job description

Heartland Dental is seeking a Hygiene Assistant to join Poplar Tree Dental Care in Virginia. This entry‑level position offers on‑the‑job training to develop dental assisting skills alongside expert hygiene providers.

You will support patient care, participate in room setup, and help maintain a smooth workflow while upholding safety and privacy standards. The role emphasizes teamwork, learning, and patient‑first service.