Dental Hygienist - Flexible Schedule (FT or PT) - Hinkle and Hinkle Dentistry - Mc Lean, VA

Hinkle Dentistry of McLean, VA is on a quest for a dental hygienist to join their amazing team. We are proactively recruiting for a 2026 position! Privately owned and fee-for-service for over 30 years, we are known for our exquisite dentistry, outstanding hospitality and genuine care for our team and patients. We invite you to learn more at www.hinkledentistry.com Why You’ll Love Working Here We are dedicated to delivering quality, comprehensive dentistry — not high volume. We prioritize patient comfort, connection, and long-term oral health. Our team values continuing education and professional growth . We are members of the Seattle Study Club, and Dr. Hinkle serves as a Mentor at the Kois Center. We invest in leading-edge technology and modern, patient-centered hygiene care (digital xrays, intraoral cameras, EMS AirFlow™ for Guided Biofilm Therapy). We foster a supportive, team-oriented environment where the team treats patients like family, and every voice matters. What You’ll Do — Key Responsibilities Provide comprehensive hygiene care, including scaling, prophylaxis, periodontal charting, periodontal maintenance, and guided biofilm therapy. Perform diagnostic tasks: take and develop digital radiographs, assess oral tissues and periodontal health, and document findings. Engage patients on their oral hygiene, preventive care, and treatment plans — helping them understand and commit to optimal oral health. Collaborate closely with Dr. Hinkle to support restorative and periodontal treatment as needed — functioning as a true restorative-minded hygienist. Maintain accurate, detailed, and organized patient records and notes; follow through on recommended patient care and recare scheduling. Uphold high standards of infection control, sterilization, and clinical excellence. Who You Are — Your Qualifications & Qualities Required: Active VA license as a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH); radiography certification; CPR/BLS Strong clinical hygiene skills A restorative-minded approach to hygiene — comfortable partnering with the doctor for comprehensive care. Excellent communication, compassion, and patient-education skills — you see patients as people, not “charts.” Meticulous documentation and follow-through, strong organizational skills, and commitment to detail. Willingness to collaborate as a team player: flexible, reliable, and ready to support the practice’s high standards of care. Preferred / Ideal: Previous experience in a high-quality, fee-for-service or cosmetic/general dentistry practice. Passion for continuing education and keeping up with the latest hygiene techniques and technology. Empathy and warmth: able to build trust and rapport, making patients feel like “part of the family.” What We Offer (Our Commitment to You) Competitive pay (based upon skills/experience) and generous benefits package (depending on workdays) that can include vacation, sick leave, dental benefits, health insurance, holidays, retirement and CE. Flexible scheduling and work/life balance — we support part-time or full-time, depending on your needs. 1-hour recare appointments (ample time to provide thorough, compassionate care) — we believe in quality over speed. Opportunities for professional growth and mentorship. A supportive, stable, close-knit team culture where every team member is respected and valued. Modern, state-of-the-art equipment and a commitment to delivering top-notch care. Schedule & Logistics Patient Care hours: Monday/Wednesday 8am-5pm, Tuesday/Thursday 7am-4pm. We don't overbook, double book or otherwise fill our schedule in a way that would compromise our level of service or care. One Location: McLean, VA (easily commutable from surrounding areas) How to Apply If this opportunity speaks to you — and you share our commitment to quality, compassion, and patient-centered care — we’d love to learn more about you. Please submit your resume and cover letter through Indeed. Our hiring team will reach out to qualified candidates. Thank you for considering Hinkle Dentistry! Pay: From $60.00 per hour Expected hours: 18.0 – 36.0 per week Benefits: Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Work Location: In person

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