Registered Dental Hygienist

Job Summary We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Registered Dental Hygienist to join our dynamic dental team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong passion for patient care, excellent clinical skills, and a comprehensive understanding of dental health practices. As a key member of our dental practice, you will provide preventive and therapeutic dental hygiene services, educate patients on oral health maintenance, and support the overall efficiency of the practice. Your expertise will help ensure a comfortable, safe, and positive experience for all patients.

Duties

• Perform comprehensive dental cleanings, including scaling and polishing to remove plaque and tartar buildup, fluoride treatments, and taking dental radiographs.
• Perform local anesthesia for Scaling and Root Planing.
• Educate patients on periodontal maintenance and periodontal disease.
• Conduct thorough patient assessments by evaluating medical history, and oral health status.
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, dietary choices, and preventive care strategies.
• Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of patient records in compliance with HIPAA regulations and EMR systems.
• Follow strict infection control protocols using aseptic techniques to ensure patient safety and prevent cross-contamination.
• Collaborate with dentists and other team members to develop individualized treatment plans for restorative and periodontal treatment.
• Review medical records and documentation to support accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Utilize dental terminology effectively to communicate with patients and team members clearly.

Skills

• Proficiency in dental software for scheduling, record keeping, and documentation.
• Strong knowledge of dental terminology, anatomy, infection control procedures, and aseptic techniques.
• Experience with all patient procedures and working in a compassionate manner.
• Excellent patient care skills with an emphasis on communication, empathy, and professionalism.
• Join our team dedicated to providing exceptional dental care through professionalism, innovation, and compassion!

Requirements

• · Bachelor of Science: Dental Hygiene
• · Associate of Applied Science: Dental Hygiene
• · Licensed by the State of Virginia: Registered Dental Hygienist
• · Certified for Local Anesthesia Administration

Pay: $45.00 - $55.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person

Nutrition • Collaborate with healthcare professionals • Background check • Associate of Applied Science • Patient comfort • Local Anesthesia Certification • Records maintenance • Patient scheduling systems • Anatomy knowledge • Dental diagnosis • Dental office • Dental hygienist experience • Part-time • Electronic health records (EHR) management • Initial assessment (medical evaluation) • Root planing • Bachelor of Science • Fluoride treatment • In-person customer service • Contamination control • HIPAA • Patient safety measures implementation • Full-time • Care documentation • Associate's degree in dental hygiene • Mid-level • Diagnostic evaluation • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Preventive health (patient care) • Chairside coronal polishing • Patient history taking • Dental terminology • Paid time off • Anesthesiology • Dental x-ray • Clinical assessment documentation • Health information regulatory compliance • Contract • X-ray • Dental equipment • Multidisciplinary team collaboration for treatment planning • Dental treatment planning • Patient consultations • Computer skills • Dental Hygiene • Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene • 401(k) matching • Appointment scheduling • In-person • Employee discount • Aseptic technique • Patient treatment • Clinical documentation standards • Patient education • Managing patient records • Associate's degree • Professional development assistance • Registered Dental Hygienist • Polishing • Communication skills • Flexible schedule • Local anesthesia • Retirement plan • Dental clinic experience