Join our fast-paced, high-tech dental office in the heart of Lexington

Monday, April 07, 2025 1:42 PM | Cate Langley (Administrator)

Looking for a practice to make your long-term career? Join our fast-paced, high-tech dental office in the heart of Lexington. Our staff of dedicated, motivated and driven young professionals is looking for someone to complete this 5-star rated team!

Competitive salary, great hours, PTO, fun work environment, offering medical/dental, and retirement benefits.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Patient screening procedures: assessment of oral health conditions, review of health history, oral cancer screenings, dental and periodontal charting
  • Take necessary radiographs
  • Remove calculus and plaque from all surfaces of teeth
  • Apply preventative materials to teeth (sealants and fluoride)
  • Educate patient with the appropriate oral hygiene strategies for home care to maintain good oral health (brushing, flossing, nutritional counseling)
  • Thoroughly chart, document and update patients’ condition, treatment plan, and medical history
  • Develop and execute a philosophy of practice for our patients
  • Educate patients with home care techniques
  • Assist front office with various duties including: making patient phone calls, scheduling treatment, filing etc.
  • Thoroughly clean and maintain operatories
  • Manage sterilization area
  • Sharpen instruments every 2 to 3 weeks
  • Assist Doctor as requested with treatment
  • Pour dental models
  • Meet continuing education requirements
  • Spore testing for autoclaves
  • Assist other Hygienist with periodontal charting
  • Appeal rejected claim with insurance carrier as requested
  • Send (via e-mail, through Curve) appropriate treatment videos
  • Consistently working towards improving production (insuring recare appointments are scheduled appropriately, actively assisting front office in calling overdue patients
  • Making next day follow-up calls to SRP patients

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:

  • Graduate from accredited school of Dental Hygiene
  • State Certification in Dental Hygiene
  • Qualified in local anesthesia to administer local anesthetic
  • CPR certification
  • Meet CE requirements
  • Excellent clinical and communication skills
  • Excellent patient interaction skills
  • Excellent treatment presentation skills
  • Knowledge of practice management and imaging computer programs

Candidates must be licensed in the state of Virginia. Seeking a team-player, self-motivated, sharp, energetic, outgoing, enthusiastic, and overall a fun person. If you are accommodating, detail-oriented, possess great communication skills, this opportunity may be the one you have been looking for. Qualified candidates are asked to submit your resume and cover letter by e-mail. We look forward to hearing from YOU!

Salary depending on experience. 

Schedule:

  • Monday to Thursday

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 37 per week

Available Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance



The Virginia Dental Hygienists' Association  is a 501(c)6 non-profit organization located at 140B Purcellville Gateway Drive, Suite 120, Purcellville, VA 20132. 540-495-0950. Contact VDHA

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