At Real Life Dental, our patients are our highest priority. Our dentists and team give our patients full attention, offering a full range of services. We provide quality care in a warm, relaxing environment and use the latest technologies to ensure precise, comfortable treatments. We are committed to our patients’ smile and comfort, and work hard to help them achieve and maintain a healthy smile for life.
- Temporary Fill-In Dental Hygienist
Location: Real Life Dental | Westlake
Schedule: As-needed coverage
Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (with a protected lunch from 1:00–2:00 PM)
Hourly Rate: $45–$50/hr., based on experience
Be the Hero Hygienist (Even for Just a Day)
Real Life Dental | Westlake is seeking a Temporary Fill-In Registered Dental Hygienist to jump in when one of our own is out. Whether you’re looking for a steady temp home or occasional extra hours, we’d love to add you to our trusted fill-in list.
We offer a beautifully run practice with organized systems, amazing patients, and a team that’s honestly fun to work with. We handle the details—you bring the skills and the good vibes.
Why You’ll Love Filling In Here
We live by our Core Values every day:
- •Fanatical Patient Focus – Our patients aren’t numbers—they’re neighbors, friends, and family.
- •Obsessive Commitment to Excellence – We do it right. Even when no one’s looking.
- Infectious Enthusiasm – If it’s not fun, why bother? We bring the energy.
- •Creative Advantage – We don’t settle for “this is how it’s always been done.”
- •️Radical Candor – Clear is kind. We say what needs to be said, with respect and love.
What We’re Looking For:
✔️Virginia RDH license (in good standing)
✔️CPR certification
✔️A hygienist who’s efficient, kind, and confident in-patient education
✔️Someone who can adapt quickly to new surroundings and jump in with a team
✔️A great attitude—you don’t have to be perfect, just present and positive
What You’ll Get:
- •$45–$50/hour based on experience
- •Smooth, well-managed ops with minimal chaos
- •Great communication from our clinical + front office teams
- Coffee, laughter, and a team that actually likes each other
- •A one-day (or multi-day) experience where you’ll feel welcomed and appreciated
Position Summary:
The dental hygienist is responsible for performing licensed hygiene procedures, educating patients, and management of the nonsurgical periodontal program as directed by the dentist.
Responsibilities:
- Establish and maintain continued patient care relationships
- Verify/document patient health history and educate patients about oral hygiene/health/disease as well as procedures and services offered
- Perform clinical hygiene functions including but not limited to: exposing/evaluating diagnostic x-rays, taking and recording blood pressure, adult/child prophylaxis, non-surgical periodontal therapy, and co-assessing possible restorative treatments with the doctor
- Determine needs and perform sealant placement, Arestin, and fluoride treatments as needed
Qualifications:
- Dental hygiene certification from accredited dental hygiene school
- Current hygiene license were employed
- Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, BLS and infection control training as required by law
- Experience with dental software
