Dental Hygienist

ARMStaffing; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dental practice in Chesapeake, VA, is hiring a Dental Hygienist to provide exceptional patient care while enjoying a supportive work environment. The role offers competitive hourly wages, full benefits, and a structured mentorship program. Ideal candidates will have a dental hygiene degree and a valid Virginia license, with opportunities for new graduates.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement savings plans

Paid time off

Continuing education opportunities

Monthly and quarterly bonuses

1:1 hygiene mentorship

Qualifications

• Current dental hygienist license in Virginia.
• Participates in patient education and care.
• Desire to grow clinical skills and meet patient needs.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the Doctor for patient care.
• Performs dental hygiene procedures, including patient screenings.
• Documents medical histories and provides preventive care.

Skills

Knowledge of dental hygiene procedures

Excellent patient screening

CPR Certification

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene

Tools

Velscope

Diagnodent

Digital scanner

Digital x-rays

Electronic medical record systems

Job description

Dental Hygienist - Chesapeake, VA

Cedar Lakes Dental Care is hiring!

We offer full benefits, a competitive hourly wage, monthly and quarterly bonus opportunities, CEs, mentorship, and more!

We pride ourselves on our Doctor/Hygiene collaboration and positive work environment, all while having fun along the way!

Location:

Cedar Lakes Dental Care

1305 Cedar Road

Chesapeake, VA 23322

Hours:

Monday-Thursday: 8-5

Friday: 8-12

What You’ll Gain

• Competitive benefits including health insurance and retirement savings plans, six paid holidays, and PTO (paid time off)
• Continuing education opportunities to develop your full potential and enhance your clinical skills to provide education and care to your patients.
• Access to an expansive network of mentors with 1:1 hygiene mentorship support and networking opportunities.
• Unparalleled business support and the highest quality supplies and labs to deliver exceptional patient care.
• Opportunity to be part of a secure company with 20+ years of industry-leading experience, providing a stable career with unlimited growth potential.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current dental hygienist license in Virginia and an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene (where required)
• Excellent working knowledge of dentistry, dental hygiene procedures, dental patient screening, and medical history documentation
• CPR Certification

Preferred Experience

• New Graduates welcome!
• Experience using Velscope, Diagnodent, digital scanner, digital x-rays, and electronic medical record systems
• Desire to continue learning and grow clinical skills to meet patient needs and provide preventative care and overall maintenance of dental health
• Clinical needs as required by the office

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform essential duties as deemed necessary by the Office/Doctor/Heartland Dental, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Prolonged sitting and standing
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds
• Availability for virtual or in-person training sessions periodically throughout the year
• A tuberculosis (TB) test is required before starting employment, arranged during pre-employment. This does not apply in FL & TN.

Who is Heartland Dental?

Heartland Dental is the nation's largest dental support organization, supporting over 3,000 doctors across 39 states and D.C. in over 1,800 dental offices. Supported doctors retain clinical autonomy and are committed to delivering high-quality dental care and experiences to their communities.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, providing equal opportunity in employment in accordance with applicable laws.