Dental Hygiene Assistant - Training + Great Benefits

Heartland Dental; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Six paid holidays

PTO (paid time off)

Job summary

Salem Dental Care is seeking a Hygiene Assistant to join our team. Experienced preferred, willing to train and obtain Radiology Certification within 30 days. You will work in a patient-first environment with modern technology and supportive colleagues.

Responsibilities include greeting patients, reviewing health histories, and assisting hygienists. You will help prepare rooms, manage supplies, and use Dentrix for scheduling and records, while following OSHA & CDC safety standards.

Qualifications

• Radiology Certification or willing to obtain within 30 days.
• High school graduate or GED equivalent.
• Team player with strong communication and organization.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey and educate throughout treatment.
• Review patient health history to provide quality care.
• Assist hygienists during procedures per state dental practice act.
• Set up rooms for hygiene visits and stock supplies.
• Use Dentrix for scheduling and record keeping.
• Prepare treatment rooms with safety protocols per OSHA & CDC guidance.
• Collaborate with providers to maximize office workflow.

Skills

Team Player

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Education

High school graduate or GED Equivalent

Job description

Salem Dental Care is seeking a Hygiene Assistant to join our team. Experienced preferred, willing to train and obtain Radiology Certification within 30 days. You will work in a patient-first environment with modern technology and supportive colleagues.

Responsibilities include greeting patients, reviewing health histories, and assisting hygienists. You will help prepare rooms, manage supplies, and use Dentrix for scheduling and records, while following OSHA & CDC safety standards.