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Dental Care Alliance
Lexington, Virginia

Dental Hygienist

Dental HygienistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$50-$60/hr

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Job Description

Love Making Smiles Shine? We’re Hiring a Dental Hygienist!

Dental Health Associates Lexington | Lexington, Virginia

Are you passionate about helping people smile brighter and feel their best? Do you love building relationships with patients while working alongside an amazing dental team?

Dental Health Associates Lexington is looking for a Full-Time Dental Hygienist to join our team in Lexington, VA!

We're all about creating healthy smiles, happy patients, and a welcoming environment where everyone feels right at home. We believe great dentistry starts with great people, and we're looking for someone who shares our passion for exceptional patient care!

  • Smile All the Way to the Bank!
  • Your talent deserves to be rewarded!
  • $50–$60 per hour OR 33% of production — whichever is greater!
  • $15,000 SIGN-ON BONUS!
  • Annual merit increases of up to 3%

Benefits That Make You Smile

  • We've got your health, happiness, and peace of mind covered!
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Virtual care and mental health resources
  • Concierge medical and care navigation services
  • Supplemental accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage
  • Wellness incentives and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Pet insurance and pet care discounts
  • Invest in Your Future
  • Because your financial wellness matters, too!
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions for eligible plans

Identity Theft Protection and Prescription Savings Programs

  • Student loan and financial wellness support through Candidly®, including personalized counseling and repayment strategies
  • Employer-sponsored student loan contributions may apply to eligible roles

Grow Your Skills. Love Your Career.

  • We want you to thrive, not just clock in!
  • Continuing education and professional development opportunities
  • Modern dental technology
  • Supportive, collaborative clinical team
  • A friendly, growth-oriented workplace
  • A patient-first culture that prioritizes comfort and personalized care
  • What You'll Bring to the Team
  • As our Dental Hygienist, you'll make a difference every day by:
  • Providing exceptional preventive care and routine cleanings
  • Performing patient assessments and supporting optimal oral health
  • Educating patients on oral hygiene and healthy habits
  • Building meaningful relationships and creating positive patient experiences
  • Collaborating with our dental professionals to deliver outstanding care
  • Ready to Make a Difference, One Smile at a Time?
  • If you're ready to join a team that values your skills, supports your growth, and believes in making dentistry a positive experience, we'd LOVE to meet you!
  • Location: Lexington, Virginia Position: Full-Time Dental Hygienist

Don't wait to make your next career move! Apply today by submitting your resume using the application link.

  • Let's create healthier smiles and brighter futures together!
  • Please note: Benefits may vary based on role, location, and eligibility.

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 assessmentOral hygiene educationPatient communicationClinical collaborationRecord keepingLocal anesthesia administration

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 ~$114k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $113k in an average-cost state. 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Dental Hygienist listings this role was benchmarked against, 48% have no call, 50% require no weekends.

How does Dental Care Alliance compare as an employer?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$104k–$125kDental Hygienist median $125k (middle half $104k–$134k)118 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$113k in purchasing powerVirginia index 101.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dental Hygiene listings in Virginia78 active—live on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
All dental hygienist listings in Virginia183 active5,970 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 48% no call · 50% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentloan repaymentVirginia healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 33% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 16% offer loan repayment183 active listings, Nov 2026
New Dental Hygiene listings815 in the last 30 days439 the 30 days before (+86%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page. Virginia figures use all dental hygienists: too few Virginia Dental Hygiene postings state pay.

Top Dental Hygienist Jobs

25 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

25 jobs · 16 employers
6
<$130k
11
$130k-150k
1
$156k
7
$183k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

24 jobs · 16 employers
401k / retirement match
100% this job
CME allowance
71% this job
Sign-on bonus
63% this job
PSLF eligible
4%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Park Dental · Minneapolis, Minnesota

$60-$88/hr
#2

Licensed Dental Hygienist - Minnetonka

Park Dental · Minnetonka, Minnesota

$60-$88/hr
#3

Licensed Dental Hygienist Float - East Metro

$60-$88/hr
#4

Licensed Dental Hygienist - Stillwater

$60-$88/hr
+ 23 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 Dental Care Alliance

Hospitals and Health Care
Sarasota, FL
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

$15,000 sign-on bonus
Annual merit increases up to 3%
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
Virtual care and mental health resources
401(k) with company match
Health Savings Account contributions
Student loan and financial wellness support

Living in Lexington

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$355k
Median resident rent
$1,081/mo
Residents’ average commute
13 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.