Dental Hygienist PeaksView Dental
Listed compensation
starting at $46 /hr
The week · per this posting4-day week
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
The Opportunity
Join Our Dental Family at PeaksView Dental!
Position: Dental Hygienist Location: Bedford, VA Full-Time 3-4 day work week | starting at $46.00/hr for newly licensed hygienists or those with limited experience, with higher compensation available based on experience, clinical skills, and qualifications.
Are you a people person who thrives in a positive, team-oriented environment? Do you love making others feel welcome and appreciated? If so, PeaksView Dental wants to meet you!
Our office is more than just a workplace—it’s a place where teammates support each other, celebrate wins, and make every day enjoyable.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- A close-knit team that feels like family
- A positive, upbeat atmosphere where your contributions matter
- A strong focus on work-life balance
- Opportunities to grow and learn in a supportive environment
- Peaksview is the second highest Google rated practice in the country, and we have 3000+ five-star reviews!!!
Perks & Benefits (Full-Time)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Health Insurance
- Dental Coverage
- Hygiene Bonus Opportunities
- 401(k) with employer contribution
- A Day In The Life Of
What You’ll Be Doing
Leading the comprehensive preventive care appointment focused on oral and periodontal health, dental prophylaxis and periodontal therapy, oral cancer screening, advanced diagnostic imaging, patient education, and preventive oral treatments.
Deliver comprehensive preventive care appointments, including dental prophylaxis, periodontal therapy, oral health assessments, and diagnostic imaging (radiographs and advanced imaging
- Educate and engage patients on oral health, home care, and long-term disease prevention
- Provide fluoride therapy and adjunctive preventive treatments as part of each patient’s individualized needs
- Maintain accurate, detailed documentation in patient records
- Collaborate closely with doctors and broader team members to support comprehensive and patient-centered care
- Adhere to infection control and safety protocols in alignment with and surpass OSHA and HIPAA standards
- Ensure proper instrument sterilization and operatory readiness
- Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient clinical environment
- Demonstrate a commitment to continuous personal and professional growth, with accountability and a focus on building strong relationships with patients and team members
- What You'll Bring To The Table
What We’re Looking For
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- A positive, team-first attitude
- Prefer at least 1-2 years of experience
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Education and Experience
Associate degree or the successful completion of a recognized vocational program in dental hygiene. State license required.
Ready to join a team that values you and makes work fun? Apply today—we can’t wait to meet you!
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
Provide preventive dental hygiene care, including prophylaxis, periodontal therapy, oral health assessments, screenings, imaging, and individualized preventive treatments. Educate patients, document care, collaborate with the dental team, and maintain infection-control, sterilization, and clinical safety standards.
Requirements
Applicants need an associate degree or successful completion of a recognized vocational program in dental hygiene, along with a state license. One to two years of experience is preferred, as are strong communication and customer service skills, attention to detail, organization, and a positive team-first attitude.
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 ~$96k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $95k 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, 33% have no call, 57% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $96k | Dental Hygienist median $130k (middle half $105k–$137k)22 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$95k in purchasing power | Virginia index 101.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dental Hygienist listings in Virginia | 174 active | 5,824 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 33% no call · 57% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Virginia healthcare professional listings: 33% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 17% offer loan repayment174 active listings, Oct 2026 |
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