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Dental Care Alliance
McLean, Virginia

Temp Dental Hygienist- 12 week guarantee

Dental HygienistNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$60-$65/hr

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.

Posted 1mo ago · Verified live

Job Description

Dental Care of McLean is looking for a Temporary Full-Time Dental Hygienist in McLean, Virginia, 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.

Schedule- Monday through Friday

Position Overview

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

This position is set to cover a maternity leave for 12 weeks. There is an opportunity to go PT/FT after the 12 weeks!

What We Offer

  • Competitive Pay: $60-$65/hr + bonus potential
  • 401(k) plan
  • Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling options.
  • Growth Opportunities: Support for professional growth and continuing education

How to Apply

Ready to join a team that values your expertise and professional growth? Apply today by submitting your resume through the link below! We hope to hear from you soon!

Be part of our journey to shape the future of dentistry. Apply today to join our mission-driven team!

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 comfort

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

Oral health assessmentPatient education

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 ~$130k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $129k 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, 38% have no call, 50% require no weekends.

What does the Dental Hygienist market look like in Virginia?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$125k–$135kDental Hygienist median $125k (middle half $96k–$135k)24 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$129k in purchasing powerVirginia index 101.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Dental Hygienist listings in Virginia177 active5,821 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 38% no call · 50% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedVirginia healthcare professional listings: 32% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 17% offer loan repayment177 active listings, Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing 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

17 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

17 jobs · 11 employers
4
<$105k
0
$105k-130k
7
$130k-155k
2
$156k
4
$183k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

17 jobs · 11 employers
401k / retirement match
100% this job
CME allowance
65% this job
Sign-on bonus
59%
Loan repayment
12%
Relocation assistance
12%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Licensed Dental Hygienist - Stillwater

Park Dental · West Lakeland, Minnesota

$60-$88/hr
#2

Licensed Dental Hygienist - Edinbrook

Park Dental · Brooklyn Park, Minnesota

$60-$88/hr
#3

Licensed Dental Hygienist - Riverdale

$60-$88/hr
#4

Licensed Dental Hygienist - Champlin

$60-$88/hr
+ 15 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 3.9
Better work-life than 50% of Dental Hygienist listings

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

  • No weekends
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About Dental Care Alliance

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

Benefits & Perks

401(k) plan
Flexible scheduling options
Support for professional growth and continuing education
Bonus potential

Living in McLean

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1.11M
Typical market rent
$2,732/mo
Residents’ average commute
28 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
108.9
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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