Dental Hygiene Instructor Jobs
Dental Hygiene Instructor jobs are open across community colleges, vocational schools, dental assisting programs, and university dental departments, at every level from adjunct to program director, with specializations in clinical instruction, curriculum development, and board exam preparation. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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INTRODUCTION
Dental Hygiene Assistant – Full-Time
Konikoff Dental Associates Battlefield Boulevard is looking for an experienced Dental Hygiene Assistant to join our team in Chesapeake, VA!
Do you enjoy working alongside dental professionals and helping patients maintain healthy, beautiful smiles? We're looking for a dependable, team-oriented Dental Hygiene Assistant who takes pride in providing excellent patient care and keeping the hygiene department running smoothly.
Join a practice that values teamwork, patient comfort, and quality dental care while offering opportunities to grow your skills and advance your career.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
As a Dental Hygiene Assistant, you'll work closely with our hygienists and clinical team to support daily patient care and ensure efficient hygiene appointments. Your experience and attention to detail will help create a positive experience for patients while keeping the clinical area organized and prepared.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- Assist dental hygienists with patient care and clinical procedures.
- Prepare treatment rooms and instruments before patient appointments.
- Take dental X-rays as needed.
- Sterilize instruments and maintain proper infection control protocols.
- Help patients feel comfortable and informed during their visits.
- Provide support during hygiene procedures and assist with patient flow.
- Keep treatment areas clean, stocked, and organized.
- Work collaboratively with the dental team to deliver exceptional patient care.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:
- At least 2 years of hands-on dental assisting experience required.
- Active dental X-ray certification/license required.
- Previous dental office experience required.
- Knowledge of dental terminology, instruments, and clinical procedures.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- A positive attitude and ability to work well in a team environment.
- Commitment to providing outstanding patient care.
SCHEDULE:
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Tuesday – Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Full-Time, Monday – Thursday
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Competitive hourly compensation.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Life insurance and disability benefits.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
- Supportive team environment.
- Modern dental technology and equipment.
READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?
If you're an experienced Dental Assistant looking to support a busy hygiene department and make a difference in patients' oral health, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply today and take the next step in your dental career with Konikoff Dental Associates Battlefield Boulevard! Together, we're creating healthier smiles and better patient experiences every day!
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and set up treatment rooms, ensuring cleanliness and proper sterilization
- Assist Dental Hygienists during patient treatment progress
- Update patient health history and chart treatment progress
- Expose and develop radiographs (if certified)
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and preventive care
- Coordinate with clinical staff to manage inventory and sterilization of dental instruments
- Support the hygienist with patient scheduling and treatment recommendations and office recall systems
- Perform routine tasks while ensuring compliance with the industry regulations including HIPAA & OSHA
QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or GED (Required)
- Associate or certification in Dental Assisting (preferred but not required)
- Radiology certification (if applicable)
- CPR certification (Preferred but can be obtained upon hiring)
- 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.
INTRODUCTION
Dental Hygiene Assistant – Full-Time
Konikoff Dental Associates Battlefield Boulevard is looking for an experienced Dental Hygiene Assistant to join our team in Chesapeake, VA!
Do you enjoy working alongside dental professionals and helping patients maintain healthy, beautiful smiles? We're looking for a dependable, team-oriented Dental Hygiene Assistant who takes pride in providing excellent patient care and keeping the hygiene department running smoothly.
Join a practice that values teamwork, patient comfort, and quality dental care while offering opportunities to grow your skills and advance your career.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
As a Dental Hygiene Assistant, you'll work closely with our hygienists and clinical team to support daily patient care and ensure efficient hygiene appointments. Your experience and attention to detail will help create a positive experience for patients while keeping the clinical area organized and prepared.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- Assist dental hygienists with patient care and clinical procedures.
- Prepare treatment rooms and instruments before patient appointments.
- Take dental X-rays as needed.
- Sterilize instruments and maintain proper infection control protocols.
- Help patients feel comfortable and informed during their visits.
- Provide support during hygiene procedures and assist with patient flow.
- Keep treatment areas clean, stocked, and organized.
- Work collaboratively with the dental team to deliver exceptional patient care.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:
- At least 2 years of hands-on dental assisting experience required.
- Active dental X-ray certification/license required.
- Previous dental office experience required.
- Knowledge of dental terminology, instruments, and clinical procedures.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- A positive attitude and ability to work well in a team environment.
- Commitment to providing outstanding patient care.
SCHEDULE:
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Tuesday – Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Full-Time, Monday – Thursday
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Competitive hourly compensation.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Life insurance and disability benefits.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
- Supportive team environment.
- Modern dental technology and equipment.
READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?
If you're an experienced Dental Assistant looking to support a busy hygiene department and make a difference in patients' oral health, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply today and take the next step in your dental career with Konikoff Dental Associates Battlefield Boulevard! Together, we're creating healthier smiles and better patient experiences every day!
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and set up treatment rooms, ensuring cleanliness and proper sterilization
- Assist Dental Hygienists during patient treatment progress
- Update patient health history and chart treatment progress
- Expose and develop radiographs (if certified)
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and preventive care
- Coordinate with clinical staff to manage inventory and sterilization of dental instruments
- Support the hygienist with patient scheduling and treatment recommendations and office recall systems
- Perform routine tasks while ensuring compliance with the industry regulations including HIPAA & OSHA
QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or GED (Required)
- Associate or certification in Dental Assisting (preferred but not required)
- Radiology certification (if applicable)
- CPR certification (Preferred but can be obtained upon hiring)
- 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.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in dental hygiene instructor jobs.
- Active registered dental hygienist license in the state of employment
- Bachelor's or master's degree in dental hygiene or a related health sciences field
- Minimum two to three years of clinical dental hygiene practice experience
- Experience with or knowledge of CODA accreditation standards and program compliance
- Ability to teach clinical technique, radiography, and periodontology courses
- Familiarity with dental simulation lab equipment and electronic patient record systems
Tips for Your Dental Hygiene Instructor Job Search
Lead with your clinical hours
Hiring committees for dental hygiene instructor roles want to see your clinical background before anything else. List the number of supervised patient hours you've logged and the specific procedures you've taught or demonstrated, not just your credentials.
Highlight your accreditation knowledge
Many programs are under CODA accreditation review or renewal. Showing familiarity with Commission on Dental Accreditation standards on your resume immediately signals you can contribute to compliance work, not just classroom delivery.
Tailor applications to program type
Community college programs and university-affiliated dental schools have different expectations. Adjunct postings at community colleges often want active clinical practice, while university roles may require a master's degree and research or committee experience.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists dental hygiene instructor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a teaching demonstration before interviews
Most dental hygiene instructor searches include a live or recorded teaching demo covering a clinical skill or didactic topic. Prepare one before you apply so you're not scrambling when a committee asks for it on short notice.
Negotiate release time for clinical maintenance
Many programs allow instructors to maintain a part-time clinical practice to keep their license current. Ask about this during the offer stage, not after, since it affects your license compliance and long-term employability in the role.
Dental Hygiene Instructor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most dental hygiene instructors?
The most active employers for dental hygiene instructors right now are State of Georgia, Concorde Career Colleges, and Dental Care Alliance, and the most openings are in Georgia, Texas, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Community colleges and vocational health programs account for a large share of consistent hiring volume.
How many dental hygiene instructor jobs are remote?
About 3% of dental hygiene instructor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with most remote opportunities concentrated in didactic or online course coordination roles rather than hands-on clinical instruction. Clinical lab teaching and patient simulation components almost always require on-site presence.
How do you become a dental hygiene instructor?
Start by earning your registered dental hygienist license and gaining clinical practice experience, since most programs require at least two years in a patient-facing role. A bachelor's degree in dental hygiene is the minimum at many institutions, and a master's degree opens doors at university-affiliated programs. From there, adjunct positions are the most common entry point into full-time faculty roles.
Can you get a dental hygiene instructor job without teaching experience?
Yes, strong clinical experience can offset limited classroom experience, especially for adjunct or lab instructor roles at community colleges. Highlighting any mentoring, preceptorship, or continuing education presentations you've delivered helps. Some programs also hire new instructors and pair them with experienced faculty for a structured mentorship period before they teach independently.
What does the dental hygiene instructor interview process look like?
Most programs begin with a phone or video screening, followed by an on-campus interview with the department chair and faculty committee. Candidates are typically asked to deliver a teaching demonstration covering a clinical skill or a didactic lesson. References from supervisors who can speak to both your clinical competency and your ability to work with students are standard requirements.
Where can I find and apply to dental hygiene instructor jobs?
You can find and apply to dental hygiene instructor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from programs across the United States. Find roles that match your credentials and program type, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background and location preferences.
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