Dental Hygienist (RDH)-TEMPORARY

Company: Virginia Family Dentistry
Location: Midlothian
Posted on: May 3, 2025

Job Description:

*About us:*For 50 years, Virginia Family Dentistry has been proudly providing safe, quality dental care to the greater Richmond area. We are a private dentist-owned practice with 16 locations. _Although we are large, our individual locations have their own personality, pace, and style. As your life and schedule changes, you can find the right office and location to meet your needs!_*If you are a team player who loves providing quality patient care, please consider applying. *We are accepting applications from Registered Dental Hygienists (RDH) in the state of Virginia _*AND*_ recent hygiene school graduates awaiting licensure. Please indicate your expected license date when applying. Typical work hours 8am-5pm.We arelooking for *Temporary Hygienists* to join various locations in the greater Richmond*, Virginia area! _* Please note we have locations available for Full-time, Part-time and Temporary positions. _*Compensation contingent on experience.**Clinical Requirements for Dental Hygienist (RDH):** CPR certified (American Heart Association, Basic Life Support for healthcare providers)* High degree of skill with hand instrumentation and ultrasonic inserts* Experience in digital radiographs and Dentrix Enterprise electronic patient records preferred* Scaling and Root planing* Certified to administer nitrous oxide and local anesthesia. If needed, Virginia Family Dentistry will compensate for certification and continued learning*Role and Responsibilities for Dental Hygienist (RDH)** Cleaning teeth: Removing plaque, tartar, and stains from teeth* Examining oral health: Checking for signs of oral disease in the head, neck, and oral areas* Applying sealants and fluorides: Protecting teeth with these treatments* Taking and developing x-rays: Reviewing them for signs of disease* Educating patients: Teaching proper oral hygiene techniques, such as brushing and flossing* Documenting care: Recording patient care and treatment plans* Screening patients: Reviewing dental history and recommending care to improve oral healthAt Virginia Family Dentistry, our hygienists are held to a high-quality standard in all aspects of dental care. They are all team players, manage time efficiently, and demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills. The Hygienist role will effectively deliver care in a way that ensures patient satisfaction and improves oral health. The hygienist provides ongoing care through education, treatment, reinforcement of doctors treatment plans, and by diligently following Virginia Family Dentistrys Standard of Care. Although our hygienists manage an efficient and productive schedule, Virginia Family Dentistry does not ask Hygienists to sell specific products to patients._*Virginia Family Dentistry is an equal opportunity employer.*_Work Location: In personby Jobble

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