Hygiene Assistant

Heartland Dental; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No nights or weekends

Full benefits package (health, dental,

Retirement plans & PTO

Quarterly bonus potential

Dental Assistant Academy Training & CE

Job summary

Landstown Dental Care, part of Heartland Dental, is hiring a Full-Time Hygiene Assistant to join a supportive team in Virginia Beach. You will assist hygienists, manage room setup, and use Dentrix for scheduling in a dynamic practice.

On-the-job training is offered, with a focus on patient care, teamwork, and ongoing development. This role emphasizes work-life balance with a schedule Monday–Friday and no evenings or weekends.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Dental assistant permit and X-Ray credentials required.
• New grads welcome to apply and training provided.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and ensure a welcoming first impression.
• Review patient health history to support quality care.
• Assist hygienists during procedures and prepare treatment rooms.

Skills

Patient communication

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma/GED

State Issued Dental Assistant Permit & X-Ray Credentials

Tools

Dentrix

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Hygiene Assistant Career Opportunity, Fredericksburg, VA!

Join Landstown Dental Care—Thrive with a Team that Values Collaboration, Communication & Community!

Full-Time Hygiene Assistant Career Opportunity!

Expected Full-Time Work Schedule/Hours:

• Monday-Friday/40 Hours per Week

Role Offers:

• No Nights or Weekends – Enjoy a healthy work-life balance
• Full Benefits Package – Including health insurance, retirement plans & PTO
• Quarterly Bonus Potential – Rewarding hard work & dedication
• Dental Assistant Academy Training & CE classes included – We invest in your growth!

Landstown Dental Care, a Heartland Dental Supported Practice and a \"Growing Patient-Focus Doctor Office\" is looking for a Full-Time Hygiene Dental Assistant to join our team.

This is the perfect role for someone with little to no dental experience to join a world-class organization that offers unparalleled training. Our on-the-job training will give you extensive hands‑on dental experience and perfect your assisting skills with a company that offers ongoing development and future career path opportunities. In this role, you will work side by side our amazing hygiene providers to provide the best possible patient care to our local community.

As a Hygiene Assistant, you’ll work in an environment that encourages learning, team cohesion, and puts patients first. You’ll enjoy state‑of‑the‑art technology while being surrounded by camaraderie and support. This is where patients come first, and continuous learning is encouraged! Hard‑working and motivated, the successful candidate will bring a passion for providing the best patient care.

About Landstown Dental Care:

Landstown Dental Care, like each Heartland Dental Supported Office, is unique to the community and the patients they serve.

• Become a key member of a 16‑person team that values autonomy, respect, skill utilization, and modern technology
• Our office is fun, goal‑driven, solutions‑focused, and committed to transparent feedback and growth.
• Office Location: 1909 Landstown Centre Way, Virginia Beach, VA 23456 - Suite 100
• Expected Full-Time Work Schedule/Hours:
  • Monday-Friday/40 Hours per Week
  • Hours Subject to Change

Fun Facts About Landstown Dental Care:

• We Celebrate Successes of All Sizes
• Birthdays & Work Anniversaries Matter
• Team Outings Keep Us Connected
• We Give Back to the Community

Who is Heartland Dental?

Heartland Dental is the nation's largest dental support organization, providing non‑clinical administrative support services to more than 3,100 supported doctors across 39 states and the District of Columbia in over 2,100 dental offices. Each Heartland Dental supported office is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Supported doctors are the leaders of their practice and retain clinical autonomy. All Heartland Dental supported doctors are united by a common goal: delivering the highest quality dental care and experiences to the communities they serve.

Heartland Dental was recently recognized by Newsweek for two awards: America’s Greatest Workplaces and America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024. These prestigious honors come after the organization was reviewed among 1.5 million large and mid‑size companies in a nationwide study and achieved a 5‑star rating for both awards.

What You’ll Gain:

• Career Stability & Growth: Join a secure company with over 25 years of industry‑leading experience an unlimited opportunities for advance.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental & Vision Insurance, College Savings & Retirement Savings Plans, 6 paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO).
• Trainining & Development: Front‑loaded education and training to help you grow and reach your full potential from day one; Heartland Dental University & CE Classes
• Flexible Pay Access: Enjoy the convenience of on‑demand Daily Pay to access your earnings when you need them.
• Bonus Potential: Employee Referral & Quarterly Bonus

More about the role:

• Greet and welcome patients from the start of their dental journey, as well as sustain patient comfort and provide appropriate education throughout treatment.
• Conduct a thorough review of the patient’s health history to provide quality care.
• Provide superior assistance to supported hygienists during a wide variety of procedures in accordance with the state dental practice act.
• Assist with setting up rooms for all hygiene visits including stocking and restocking instruments and supplies
• Utilize Dentrix for patient scheduling and record keeping.
• Prepare treatment room with strict adherence to safety protocols and following OSHA & CDC recommendations
• Partner with the providers and team to follow office systems and maximize office workflow.

Required Education, Certifications & Experience:

• High School Diploma/GED
• State Issued Dental Assistant Permit & X-Ray Credentials
• New Dental Assistant Grads Welcome to Apply
• Willing to Train

Dental Knowledge, Software & Experience:

• Working knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
• Dentrix or other dental software experience
• Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook & Teams Experience

Team & Culture Fit:

• Collabroative team player who thrives in supportive, family‑like environments
• Dedicated, dependable with a positive attitude and service‑oriented mindset

Business & Professional Skills:

• Experience working in a fast‑paced and customer‑centric environment
• Strong communication, organization, and multitasking abilities
• Adaptable to changing workflows and team dynamics
• Detail‑oriented with a proactive approach to problem‑solving
• Excellent communication, organizational, and multi‑tasking skills

Compliance & Confidentiality:

• The position will have access to minimum PHI necessary for performing job‑related functions; regular HIPAA training, aligning with the specific role and responsibilities, will be required; and the individual will need to protect PHI and maintain data safeguards.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position
• Prolonged periods sitting and standing
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds at times
• Availability to attend virtual training sessions (or in‑person) periodically throughout the year

TB Test Requirement:

• As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for both team members and patients, a tuberculosis (TB) test is required for all new hires in dental office positions. This is a standard requirement for dental office roles and must be completed prior to starting employment. The test will be arranged during the pre‑employment process, and any necessary guidance or paperwork will be provided. Not applicable in the state of FL & TN.

At Heartland Dental, we’re committed to living our core values which promote diversity and inclusion. We provide all employees and applicants for employment the protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment.