DENTAL HYGIENIST
Listed compensation
$30.47-$45.71/hr
The week · per this posting · Monday – FridayWeekdays only
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Job Description
Employment Status: Full time
Shift: Day (United States of America)
Facility
- 1111 S Jefferson St - Roanoke
- R163245 DENTAL HYGIENIST (Open)
How You’ll Help Transform Healthcare
The Dental Hygienist provides a variety of health care functions in accordance with the principles and practices of Dental Hygiene. Evaluates patient's oral health and hygiene status, performs necessary x-rays, panelipse, periodontal evaluation, and prophylaxis procedures. maintains responsibility for the care and safety of patients during treatment. provides necessary oral hygiene instruction with patient or caretaker, and maintains follow-up.
The Dental Hygienist
- Provides a variety of health care functions in accordance with the principles and practices of Dental Hygiene.
- Evaluates patient's oral health and hygiene status, performs necessary x-rays, panelipse, periodontal evaluation, and prophylaxis procedures.
- Maintains responsibility for the care and safety of patients during treatment.
- Provides necessary oral hygiene instruction with patient or caretaker, and maintains follow-up.
- Follows guidelines in policy and procedure manual for safe sterilization and cleaning of dental operatories.
- Assists other dental team members as needed with delivery of patient care.
What We Require
Education: Graduate of an ADA-accredited school of dental hygiene required.
Experience: None.
Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration: Must be licensed to practice dental hygiene in the state of Virginia. AHA BLS-HCP required.
Other Minimum Qualifications: Ability to complete continuing education requirements in dentistry and care of special populations. Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.
This job description is intended to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents in this role. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Compensation Range
$30.47 - $45.71
Employee pay is based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, credentials, education, and prior work experience. The compensation range does not include benefits or pension plan.
Recruiter
REBECCA MINOR
Recruiter Email
rminor@carilionclinic.org
For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537.
Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace.
For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a. m. to 4:30 p. m., Monday through Friday.
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- Benefits, Pay and Well-being at Carilion Clinic
Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. That’s why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life – at work and when you’re away.
When you make your tomorrow with us, we’ll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
- Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
- Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
- Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
- Access to our health and wellness app, Personify Health
- Discounts on childcare
- Continued education and training
Key Responsibilities
The Dental Hygienist evaluates patient oral health, performs x-rays and prophylaxis procedures, and provides essential oral hygiene instruction. They are also responsible for maintaining patient safety during treatment and ensuring the proper sterilization of dental operatories.
Requirements
Candidates must be graduates of an ADA-accredited dental hygiene school and hold a valid license to practice in Virginia. Additionally, an AHA BLS-HCP certification is required for this role.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
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 ~$79k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $78k in an average-cost state. 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Carilion Clinic holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 75/100, 116 active listings.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.4 / 10 · above average in dental hygienist | ranked against 2,151 Dental Hygienist listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $63k–$95k | Dental Hygienist median $130k (middle half $124k–$137k)24 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$78k in purchasing power | Virginia index 101.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dental Hygienist listings in Virginia | 180 active | 5,779 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 45% no call · 65% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Carilion Clinic | silver tier, 75/100 | Top Employers work-life index116 active listings |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates DENTAL HYGIENIST at Carilion Clinic a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Dental Hygienist — ranked against 2,151 active Dental Hygienist listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.
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