DENTAL HYGIENIST

CP08 Carilion Healthcare Corporation; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension plan

Paid time off

Onsite fitness

Wellness app

Childcare discounts

Education & training

Job summary

Carilion Clinic in Roanoke, VA is seeking a Dental Hygienist to evaluate oral health, take x‑rays, perform prophylaxis, and educate patients on oral hygiene.

The role requires Virginia licensure and BLS certification, with opportunities to support a team dedicated to high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice dental hygiene in Virginia.
• AHA BLS-HCP certification required.
• Ability to complete continuing education requirements in dentistry and care of special populations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients' oral health and hygiene status; perform necessary x‑rays and prophylaxis procedures.
• Maintain patient safety and care during treatment; provide oral hygiene instructions and follow-up.
• Assist other dental team members and follow sterilization guidelines for dental operatories.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Dental hygiene degree

Job description

DENTAL HYGIENIST (Open)

Employment Status: Full time

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Facility: 1111 S Jefferson St - Roanoke

Requisition Number: R163245

How You’ll Help Transform Healthcare:

The Dental Hygienist provides a variety of health care functions in accordance with the principles and practices of Dental Hygiene. Evaluates patient's oral health and hygiene status, performs necessary x-rays, panelipse, periodontal evaluation, and prophylaxis procedures. maintains responsibility for the care and safety of patients during treatment. provides necessary oral hygiene instruction with patient or caretaker, and maintains follow-up. The Dental Hygienist Provides a variety of health care functions in accordance with the principles and practices of Dental Hygiene. Evaluates patient's oral health and hygiene status, performs necessary x-rays, panelipse, periodontal evaluation, and prophylaxis procedures. Maintains responsibility for the care and safety of patients during treatment. Provides necessary oral hygiene instruction with patient or caretaker, and maintains follow-up. Follows guidelines in policy and procedure manual for safe sterilization and cleaning of dental operatories. Assists other dental team members as needed with delivery of patient care.

The Dental Hygienist provides a variety of health care functions in accordance with the principles and practices of Dental Hygiene. Evaluates patient's oral health and hygiene status, performs necessary x-rays, panelipse, periodontal evaluation, and prophylaxis procedures. maintains responsibility for the care and safety of patients during treatment. provides necessary oral hygiene instruction with patient or caretaker, and maintains follow-up. The Dental Hygienist Provides a variety of health care functions in accordance with the principles and practices of Dental Hygiene. Evaluates patient's oral health and hygiene status, performs necessary x-rays, panelipse, periodontal evaluation, and prophylaxis procedures. Maintains responsibility for the care and safety of patients during treatment. Provides necessary oral hygiene instruction with patient or caretaker, and maintains follow-up. Follows guidelines in policy and procedure manual for safe sterilization and cleaning of dental operatories. Assists other dental team members as needed with delivery of patient care.

What We Require:

Education:

• Graduate of an ADA-accredited school of dental hygiene required.

Experience:

• None.

Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration:

• Must be licensed to practice dental hygiene in the state of Virginia.
• AHA BLS-HCP required.

Other Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to complete continuing education requirements in dentistry and care of special populations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.

This job description is intended to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents in this role. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Compensation Range:

$30.47 - $45.71 Employee pay is based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, credentials, education, and prior work experience. The compensation range does not include benefits or pension plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace.

For more information on E-Verify: https://www.carilionclinic.org/eoe-e-verify-and-right-work-policies

Benefits, Pay and Well-being at Carilion Clinic

Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. That’s why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life – at work and when you’re away. When you make your tomorrow with us, we’ll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself.

Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Personify Health
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training

In our workplace, we're devoted to the success of our employees. No matter where you are in your career, we will help you continue to learn, grow, and share your knowledge with others.

Join an organization where innovation happens, collaboration is expected and ideas are valued. A not-for-profit, mission-driven health system built on progress and partnerships. A courageous team that is always learning, fully dedicated, and forever curious. Headquartered in Roanoke, Va., you will find a robust system of award winning hospitals, Level 1 and 3 trauma centers, Level 3 NICU, Institute of Orthopedics and Neurosciences, and multi-specialty physician practices spanning southwestern Virginia. Join us and begin your career in a place where every day is a new adventure of creating the future of health care.