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Health Advocates Network
Dental Hygienist - Clinic
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What they do
A Dental Hygienist performs routine dental care, including cleaning teeth and examining patients for signs of oral diseases, and educates patients about good oral health practices. Assists dentists in more complex dental procedures. Works in dental offices under the supervision of dentists and other dental health specialists.
$78,766 / year median in Virginia
+20% projected growth
Job Description
Health Advocates Network is currently seeking a Dental Hygienist Assistant to work at a facility in
- Fredericksburg, VA
Pay Rate:
$32 / hourDuties:
Job Summary:
As a Dental Hygiene Assistant, you are an integral part of the care team in providing support to the office and assisting the professional dental staff with treatment. We are passionate about preventive oral health care and value our hygiene team. Join our dynamic dental practice as a Dental Hygienist! We pride ourselves on providing exceptional care in a supportive, friendly environment with opportunities for professional growth.Job 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 the industry regulations including
HIPAA & OSHA.
Skills:
Required Skills & Experience:
- Candidates must have at least Six Months of hands-on experience as a Dental Assistant Or Dental Hygiene Assistant Or in a Dental Assistant Internship to be considered.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to patient care and comfort.
Preferred Skills & Experience:
N/A Required Skills & Experience:
- Candidates must have at least Six Months of hands-on experience as a Dental Assistant Or Dental Hygiene Assistant Or in a Dental Assistant Internship to be considered.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to patient care and comfort.
Preferred Skills & Experience:
•N/A Education:
Required Education:
- High school diploma or GED.
Preferred Education:
- Associate's Degree or certification in Dental Assisting (preferred but not required).
Required Certifications & Licensure:
- X-Ray certification.
- 6 months experience.
Preferred Certifications & Licensure:
Dental Assistant Certification Required Education:
- High school diploma or GED.
Preferred Education:
- Associate's Degree or certification in Dental Assisting (preferred but not required).
Required Certifications & Licensure:
- X-Ray certification.
- 6 months experience.
Preferred Certifications & Licensure:
- Dental Assistant Certification If interested, please apply through this job post. You may send a copy of your most recent resume. If you have any questions, please feel free to call at (800) 928-5561 and ask to speak with
- Destiny
- Monday-Friday (08:30 AM
- 05:00 PM PST).