Posted 1mo ago

Hygiene Assistant

@ Lightwave Dental
Hardy, Virginia, United States
$18-$22/hrOnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:Assisting hygienist, Taking X-rays, Sterilizing instruments
Requirements Summary:Dental Assistant and X-ray certifications with OSHA/HIPAA/BLS training; 1–2 years assisted hygiene experience; high school diploma or equivalent; nitrous oxide certification preferred.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Dental software, X-ray system, Sterilization equipment
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Job Description

At Real Life Dental, our patients are our highest priority. Our dentists and team give our patients full attention, offering a full range of services. We provide quality care in a warm, relaxing environment and use the latest technologies to ensure precise, comfortable treatments. We are committed to our patients’ smile and comfort, and work hard to help them achieve and maintain a healthy smile for life.

🦷 Join the Real Life Dental Family as a Hygiene Assistant! 🎉

At Real Life Dental, we believe dentistry is about more than teeth — it’s about people, relationships, confidence, and creating an experience patients actually enjoy. We’re a team that works hard, laughs often, supports each other, and shows up every day with purpose and positivity.

If you’re energetic, compassionate, detail-oriented, and love being part of a fast-paced team that truly feels like family, we’d love to meet you!

✨ What You’ll Do

As a Hygiene Assistant, you’ll play an important role in helping our hygiene team create exceptional patient experiences from start to finish.

Your day-to-day may include:

  • Assisting the hygienist during hygiene procedures and patient care
  • Preparing patients for exams and treatments
  • Taking high-quality digital X-rays
  • Sterilizing and disinfecting instruments and operatories
  • Setting up trays and preparing materials for procedures
  • Supporting patient education and comfort throughout visits
  • Performing various lab duties and assisting with provisionals as needed
  • Maintaining accurate records and protecting patient confidentiality (HIPAA)
  • Following OSHA, infection control, and safety protocols at all times

💙 Who You Are

You’re someone who:

  • Loves helping people feel comfortable and cared for
  • Thrives in a team environment
  • Brings positive energy and a strong work ethic
  • Pays attention to the little details
  • Is eager to learn and grow professionally
  • Believes kindness and teamwork matter

📋 Qualifications

  • Dental Assistant Certification (where required)
  • X-ray Certification
  • Nitrous Oxide Certification preferred
  • Assisted hygiene experience preferred (1–2 years minimum)
  • Current OSHA, HIPAA, BLS, and Infection Control training
  • Experience with dental software systems
  • High school diploma or equivalent

🌟 Why Real Life Dental?

Because we do things differently.

We’re passionate about:

  • Building meaningful relationships with our patients and teammates
  • Creating a positive workplace culture
  • Encouraging growth and leadership
  • Celebrating wins — big and small
  • Making dentistry fun, modern, and patient-focused

At Real Life Dental, you’re not just joining a practice — you’re joining a team that genuinely cares about each other and the communities we serve.

Ready to love where you work?

Apply today and come grow with us! 🦷✨