Registered Dental Hygienist

About the role

We are looking for a Full-Time Dental Hygienist for our Prince George location. New graduates are welcome!

Responsibilities

• Assess dental condition and needs of patient using patient screening procedures, including medical history review, dental charting, and perio charting
• Deliver direct patient care using established dental hygienist procedures
• Take patient vital signs
• Perform routine treatment procedures, such as cleaning and polishing
• Take radiographs required for diagnosis of treatment needs by the dentist
• Apply sealants and fluorides
• Maintain electronic record keeping
• Document patient dental history and chief complaint
• Record and report pertinent observations
• Teach patients how to prevent tooth decay and gum disease through proper diet and oral home care
• Clean and sterilize instruments
• Complete Treatment Plan as prescribed by the dentist
• Review and explain treatment plan and associated fees with patient
• Articulate and express patients' concerns to dentist
• Serve as primary treatment coordinator
• Perform ancillary duties as needed

Requirements

• Completed dental hygiene certificate program or Associate's degree in Dental Hygiene
• Current Hygienist license for the state of Virginia
• New graduates welcome
• Ability to demonstrate independent thinking and exercise good judgment
• Ability to formulate, affect, interpret, and/or implement operating practices
• Demonstrated teamwork approach to job responsibilities
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, dependability, and promptness
• Must perform frequent repetitive work with attention to detail
• Ability to be flexible and accept different work assignments with a positive approach
• Ability to follow instructions and take responsibility for own actions
• Ability to exercise confidentiality with patients and patient care
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, procedure manuals, and written correspondence
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Flexible Schedule
• Bonus Structure
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance