Dental Hygienist PeaksView Dental
About The Position
PeaksView Dental is hiring a full-time Dental Hygienist in Bedford, Virginia. The role offers a 3–4 day work week and starting pay of $46.00 per hour for newly licensed hygienists or those with limited experience, with higher compensation available based on experience, clinical skills, and qualifications. The position is part of a positive, team-oriented practice that emphasizes supportive teamwork, work-life balance, and opportunities to grow and learn. The Dental Hygienist leads comprehensive preventive care appointments focused on oral and periodontal health. This includes dental prophylaxis, periodontal therapy, oral health assessments, oral cancer screening, diagnostic imaging, patient education, and preventive treatments. The hygienist collaborates with doctors and other team members, maintains accurate patient records, follows infection-control and safety protocols, and helps keep instruments, operatories, and the clinical environment clean and ready for care.
Requirements
- Associate degree or successful completion of a recognized vocational program in dental hygiene.
- State license required.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Positive, team-first attitude.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Nice To Haves
- Preferably 1–2 years of experience.
Responsibilities
- Lead comprehensive preventive care appointments focused on oral and periodontal health.
- Provide dental prophylaxis, periodontal therapy, and oral health assessments.
- Perform oral cancer screenings and diagnostic imaging, including radiographs and advanced imaging.
- Educate and engage patients on oral health, home care, and long-term disease prevention.
- Provide fluoride therapy and other adjunctive preventive treatments according to each patient's needs.
- Maintain accurate, detailed documentation in patient records.
- Collaborate with doctors and broader team members to support comprehensive, patient-centered care.
- Follow infection-control and safety protocols in alignment with and surpassing OSHA and HIPAA standards.
- Ensure proper instrument sterilization and operatory readiness.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient clinical environment.
- Pursue continuous personal and professional growth, demonstrate accountability, and build strong relationships with patients and team members.
Benefits
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Health insurance.
- Dental coverage.
- Hygiene bonus opportunities.
- 401(k) with employer contribution.
- Three- to four-day work week.
- Supportive, team-oriented environment.
- Opportunities to grow and learn.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
