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Dental Care Alliance
Lexington, Virginia

Dental Hygienist

DentalPart-Time

Listed compensation

salary range: $55-$65/hr

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Dental Health Associates Lexington is looking for a part-time Dental Hygienist in Lexington, VA to join our clinical team by providing a high level of patient care and satisfaction while operating in a team-based environment. We are committed to providing comprehensive, personalized care in a warm and welcoming environment, prioritizing patient comfort and advanced treatments for optimal oral health.

As a Dental Hygienist at DHA Lexington, you'll provide exceptional care through routine cleanings, assessments, and education, while supporting a dynamic team of dental professionals. We offer a friendly, growth-oriented workplace where patient comfort is always a priority.

Schedule: Friday 8a-5p

Compensation & Incentives

  • Competitive salary range: $55-$65/hour + monthly production bonus available.
  • Professional Growth & Practice Support
  • Continuing education opportunities and professional development support
  • Collaborative, team-focused work environment with access to modern dental technology

How to Apply

Be part of our journey to shape the future of dentistry. Apply today by submitting your resume using the link below. We look forward to connecting with you.

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Responsibilities

  • Perform routine dental cleanings and oral health Assessments
  • Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and preventative care
  • Assist dentists with exams and treatments, and take dental X-rays

Maintain accurate patient records and ensure compliance with industry regulations and adhere to sterilization protocols

Qualifications

  • Education: Associate or bachelor's degree in Dental Hygiene
  • License: Active state license as a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)
  • Certifications: Local anesthesia certification and CPR/First Aid (if applicable
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Detail-oriented with a commitment to patient care and comfort0

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.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree

Key Skills

Patient educationPatient records maintenanceCommunication skills

Dental Hygiene Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 41 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 32% have no call, 63% require no weekends.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Dental Hygienist at Dental Care Alliance a 6.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Dental Hygienist — ranked against 2,151 active Dental Hygienist listings on WeekdayDoc.

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Salary Distribution27 jobs · 25 employers

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks35 jobs · 25 employers

401k / retirement match
86%
CME allowance
49% this job
Sign-on bonus
43%
Loan repayment
6%
PSLF eligible
3%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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$65-$70/hr
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Aspen Dental · Fort Collins, Colorado

$60-$65/hr
#3

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$50-$60/hr
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$52-$56/hr
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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 6.9
Better work-life than 80% of Dental Hygienist listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,151 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site

Living in Lexington

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$357k
Typical market rent
$1,647/mo
Residents’ average commute
13 min
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Dental Care Alliance

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Benefits & Perks

Monthly production bonus
Continuing education opportunities
Professional development support
Collaborative team environment
Modern dental technology