Dental Assistant,Dental Hygienist - Clinic

Health Advocates Network is currently seeking a Dental Hygienist Assistant to work at a facility in Fairfax, VA . Pay Rate: $29 / hour 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: At least Six Months of hands‑on experience as a Dental Assistant or Dental Hygiene Assistant or in a Dental Assistant Internship. 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). Certifications & Licensure Required Certifications & Licensure: X‑Ray certification. 6 months experience. Preferred Certifications & Licensure: Dental Assistant Certification Application & Contact 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io and ask to speak with Destiny Monday‑Friday (08:30 AM - 05:00 PM PST). EEO Statement Health Advocates Network, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants shall receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected basis under applicable federal, state or local law, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies. EOE including Veterans/Disability #J-18808-Ljbffr Health Advocates Network