Dental Hygiene Assistant – On-the-Job Training & Growth

Heartland Dental; Purcellville (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plans

Six paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Catoctin Corner Dentistry is seeking a Hygiene Assistant to join our team in Purcellville, VA. This entry-level opportunity offers extensive on-the-job training and hands-on experience, working with our hygiene providers to deliver high-quality patient care in a community-focused practice.

You will gain skills in patient education, health-history reviews, room setup, and Dentrix scheduling, while advancing under the guidance of experienced professionals in a collaborative, patient-first

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey and educate throughout treatment.
• Review the patient health history to provide quality care.
• Provide assistance to hygienists during procedures in line with state practice acts.
• Assist with setting up rooms, stocking instruments and supplies.
• Utilize Dentrix for scheduling and record keeping.
• Prepare treatment rooms with safety protocols and OSHA/CDC guidance.
• Collaborate with providers to maximize office workflow.

Skills

Team Player

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Catoctin Corner Dentistry is seeking a Hygiene Assistant to join our team in Purcellville, VA. This entry-level opportunity offers extensive on-the-job training and hands-on experience, working with our hygiene providers to deliver high-quality patient care in a community-focused practice.

You will gain skills in patient education, health-history reviews, room setup, and Dentrix scheduling, while advancing under the guidance of experienced professionals in a collaborative, patient-first