Dental Hygienist - Slaughter & Slaughter Family Dentistry
Listed compensation
$38-$42/hr
The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
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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 & Full‑Time available)
Schedule: Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM–12:00 PM & 1:00 PM–4:30 PM
Pay: $38-42 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 Flexible Time Off, Including 3 Weeks PAID Vacation Standard Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
A Day In the Life Of
- As a Hygiene Assistant, you'll be an essential part of creating a positive patient experience and keeping our clinical operations running smoothly. Responsibilities include:
- Assisting the hygienist with procedures like coronal polishing and X-rays
- Seating and dismissing patients with care and professionalism
- Supporting sterilization and room turnover
- Helping educate patients on oral health and treatment plans
- Assisting with scheduling and treatment coordination
- 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 assist with clinical procedures such as X-rays and coronal polishing while ensuring a positive patient experience. They are also responsible for maintaining sterilization standards, room turnover, and educating patients on oral health and treatment plans.
Qualifications
- Education
- Associate degree
Key Skills
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 ~$83k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $82k in an average-cost state. 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, 34% have no call, 68% require no weekends.
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Dental Hygienist - Slaughter & Slaughter Family Dentistry at Talent For Dental a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Dental Hygienist — ranked against 2,151 active Dental Hygienist listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.
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