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Clifton Forge, Virginia

Dental Hygienist - Slaughter & Slaughter Family Dentistry

Dental HygienistPart-Time

Listed compensation

$38-$41/hr

The week · per this posting

Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.

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Job Description

The Opportunity

  • Join a Team That Values Compassion And Quality Care
  • Slaughter and Slaughter Family Dentistry | Clifton Forge, VA
  • Position: Dental Hygienist (Part-Time Mondays and/or Fridays)

Schedule: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Pay: $38-$41 hr / based on qualifications

Are you a caring and motivated Dental Hygienist looking for a long-term opportunity in a supportive, family‑focused practice? Slaughter and Slaughter Family Dentistry is looking to add to our team and help us continue providing quality care to our community. We are looking to fill one part-time and one full-time position!

We take pride in creating a cooperative, ethical, and flexible work environment where team members feel valued and supported, and believe flexibility and stability go hand‑in‑hand, supporting both your professional growth and work‑life balance.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Supportive and Friendly Team Environment

  • Team lunches & performance bonuses 401(k) With Employer Matching
  • A Day In The Life Of

As a Dental Hygienist, you'll be an essential part of creating a positive patient experience and keeping our clinical operations running smoothly. Responsibilities include: -Providing dental cleanings and preventive care with a high level of quality and attention to detail.-Building positive relationships with patients through compassionate, personalized care.

  • Conduct thorough oral health assessments and educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques.
  • Collaborate with the dental team to ensure exceptional patient care and satisfaction.
  • What You'll Bring To The Table
  • Who We’re Looking For

Our ideal Dental Hygienist is:

Friendly and Patient-focused

  • A strong team player with a cooperative mindset
  • Reliable and committed to quality patient care

Qualifications

  • 1–2 years of experience (preferred)
  • Associates Degree required

Ready to Apply?

If you’re looking for a long‑term dental home where your skills are appreciated and your time is respected, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of a dental team that values professionalism, teamwork, and patient care.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all applicants.

We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

All qualified applicants, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.

This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

Key Responsibilities

The dental hygienist will perform dental cleanings and preventive care while maintaining high attention to detail. They will also conduct oral health assessments and educate patients on proper hygiene techniques to ensure exceptional patient satisfaction.

Qualifications

Education
Associate degree

Key Skills

Dental hygieneOral health assessmentPatient educationCompassionate careTeam collaborationPatient communication

Dental Hygiene Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$82k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $81k in an average-cost state. 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

PepperPointe Partnerships ranks #14 of 14 employers hiring Dental Hygienist on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

What does the Dental Hygienist market look like in Virginia?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$79k–$85kDental Hygienist median $130k (middle half $105k–$135k)23 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$81k in purchasing powerVirginia index 101.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dental Hygienist listings in Virginia171 active5,715 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 48% no call · 57% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedVirginia healthcare professional listings: 33% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 17% offer loan repayment171 active listings, Oct 2026
PepperPointe Partnerships#14 of 14 for payTop Employers work-life index
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Dental Hygienist Jobs

39 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

31 jobs · 28 employers
10
<$110k
11
$110k-125k
6
$125k-140k
2
$146k
2
$156k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

35 jobs · 28 employers
401k / retirement match
89% this job
CME allowance
54%
Sign-on bonus
46%
Loan repayment
3%
PSLF eligible
3%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Licensed Dental Hygienist - Roseville

Park Dental · Roseville, Minnesota

$60-$88/hr
#2

Part-Time Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)

Platinum Dental Services · Colorado Springs, Colorado

$68-$72/hr
#3

Dental Hygienist

$65 an hour
#4

Dental Hygienist (RDH)

$60-$65/hr
+ 37 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 1.5
Better work-life than 20% of Dental Hygienist listings

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

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About PepperPointe Partnerships

Hospitals and Health Care
Lexington, Kentucky
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

401(k) with employer matching
Team lunches
Performance bonuses
Flexible work environment

Living in Clifton Forge

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$165k
Median resident rent
$592/mo
Residents’ average commute
23 min
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

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

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