Dental Hygiene Assistant
Dental Care Alliance•Arlington, VA
•$22 - $25•Onsite
About The Position
Virginia Dental Center is looking for a Dental Hygienist Assistant in Arlington, Virginia, to join our clinical team. We are committed to providing a high level of patient care and satisfaction while operating in a team-based environment. We take pride in providing comprehensive, personalized care in a warm and welcoming environment, prioritizing patient comfort and advanced treatments for optimal oral health.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED (Required)
- Radiology certification Required
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to patient care and comfort
Nice To Haves
- Associate or certification in Dental Assisting (preferred but not required)
- CPR certification (Preferred but can be obtained upon hiring)
Responsibilities
- Prepare and set up treatment rooms, ensuring cleanliness and proper sterilization
- Assist Dental Hygienists during patient treatment progress
- Update patient health history and chart treatment progress
- Expose and develop radiographs (if certified)
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and preventive care
- Coordinate with clinical staff to manage inventory and sterilization of dental instruments
- Support the hygienist with patient scheduling and treatment recommendations and office recall systems
- Perform routine tasks while ensuring compliance with industry regulations including HIPAA & OSHA
Benefits
- Health insurance
- dental insurance
- vision insurance
- Life insurance
- disability benefits
- 401(k)
- Support for professional growth and continuing education
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
Upload and Match Resume
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
