Virginia Dental Center is looking to hire a part-time or full-time, Dental Hygienist to work at our office located in Arlington, Virginia 22201. We offer flexibility and competitive pay!
We're conveniently located 2 blocks from Clarendon and Wilson Blvd with all the restaurants you could want close by.
Previous experience is great, but we also encourage recent graduates as well as those graduating soon from a formal dental program, to apply.
Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 8A-4P
Compensation: $60-$70 hour (rate varies based on single or assisted hygiene)
We have been working diligently to ensure all our patients and staff feel safe and protected while in our office. We have all the proper PPE for the staff and are CDC COVID-19 compliant.
Duties:
- Perform dental cleanings, including scaling, polishing, and fluoride treatments
- Take and develop dental x-rays
- Assess patients' oral health and provide oral hygiene instructions
- Administer local anesthesia and nitrous oxide as needed
- Assist the dentist during procedures by providing instruments and materials
- Maintain accurate patient records using Eaglesoft, Dentrix, or other dental software systems
- Educate patients on proper oral care techniques and preventive measures
- Perform dental charting and update medical coding as necessary
- Collaborate with the dental team to ensure efficient patient flow and quality care
Requirements:
- Valid VA state dental hygiene license
- Graduation from an accredited dental hygiene program
- Proficiency in using dental software systems such as Eaglesoft, Dentrix, or Epic
- Strong knowledge of dental procedures, instruments, and materials
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work well in a team environment
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Note: Experience with medical coding is a plus but not required.
This is a great opportunity for a skilled Dental Hygienist to join our team. We offer competitive compensation and benefits package. If you are passionate about providing exceptional patient care and are looking for a supportive work environment, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume along with a cover letter detailing your relevant experience.
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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $60.00 - $70.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
- VA Hygienist License (Required)
Work Location: In person