Dental Hygiene Assistant

Overview

Dental Hygiene Assistant – Full-Time

Konikoff Dental Associates Battlefield Boulevard is looking for an experienced Dental Hygiene Assistant to join our team in Chesapeake, VA!

Do you enjoy working alongside dental professionals and helping patients maintain healthy, beautiful smiles? We're looking for a dependable, team-oriented Dental Hygiene Assistant who takes pride in providing excellent patient care and keeping the hygiene department running smoothly.

Join a practice that values teamwork, patient comfort, and quality dental care while offering opportunities to grow your skills and advance your career.

Position Overview:

As a Dental Hygiene Assistant, you'll work closely with our hygienists and clinical team to support daily patient care and ensure efficient hygiene appointments. Your experience and attention to detail will help create a positive experience for patients while keeping the clinical area organized and prepared.

What You'll Do:

• Assist dental hygienists with patient care and clinical procedures.

• Prepare treatment rooms and instruments before patient appointments.

• Take dental X-rays as needed.

• Sterilize instruments and maintain proper infection control protocols.

• Help patients feel comfortable and informed during their visits.

• Provide support during hygiene procedures and assist with patient flow.

• Keep treatment areas clean, stocked, and organized.

• Work collaboratively with the dental team to deliver exceptional patient care.

What We're Looking For:

• At least 2 years of hands-on dental assisting experience required.

• Active dental X-ray certification/license required.

• Previous dental office experience required.

• Knowledge of dental terminology, instruments, and clinical procedures.

• Strong communication and organizational skills.

• A positive attitude and ability to work well in a team environment.

• Commitment to providing outstanding patient care.

Schedule:

• Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

• Tuesday – Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

• Full-Time, Monday – Thursday

What We Offer:

• Competitive hourly compensation.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Life insurance and disability benefits.

• 401(k) retirement plan.

• Continuing education and professional development opportunities.

• Supportive team environment.

• Modern dental technology and equipment.

Ready to Join Our Team?

If you're an experienced Dental Assistant looking to support a busy hygiene department and make a difference in patients' oral health, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today and take the next step in your dental career with Konikoff Dental Associates Battlefield Boulevard!

Together, we're creating healthier smiles and better patient experiences every day!

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
• Cordinate 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

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED (Required)
• Associate or certification in Dental Assisting (preferred but not required)
• Radiology certification (if applicable)
• CPR certification (Preferred but can be obtained upon hiring)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to patient care and comfort

Legal Disclaimer:We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. All benefits are subject to potential vesting and eligibility requirements. The company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ancestry, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, religious creed or belief, physical or mental disability, marital or familial status, legally protected medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.