Apple Valley Dental
Hygiene Coordinator
869 John Marshall Hwy, Front Royal, VA
On-site · $17–$20/hr (as posted)
First seen by offpeak October 19, 2026
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- Job Type: Full Time
- Pay Range : $17 - $20 per hour
Role Overview
- Primary Goal: Keep the dental hygienists' schedules full and productive while ensuring a smooth, welcoming experience for patients.
Key Responsibilities
- Schedule Management: Book, confirm, reschedule, and optimize daily hygiene appointments to prevent gaps and reduce downtime.
- Patient Recall & Reactivation: Contact overdue or unscheduled patients via phone, email, or text to bring them back in for routine cleanings and checkups.
- Department Communication: Coordinate closely with dental hygienists and dentists to monitor treatment plans, accommodate emergency walk-ins, and adjust chair flow.
- Patient Education & Onboarding: Answer patient questions about preventive care, hygiene procedures, and upcoming appointments.
- Administrative Tasks: Update electronic medical records, verify insurance or treatment estimates related to hygiene services, and assist with front-desk duties as needed.
Qualifications & Skills
- Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Experience: Minimum of 1 year of administrative or clinical experience in a dental office. (Preferred)
- Software Proficiency: Experience with dental practice management software (such as Eaglesoft, Dentrix, or Open Dental).
Core Competencies: Strong verbal communication, organization, telephone etiquette
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
- Benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Benefits, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays