Dental Hygienist - Midgette Dentistry
Richmond, VA 23235
About the Job
Midgette Dentistry is a well-established dental practice known for our friendly atmosphere and dedicated team. Our office is committed to providing top-notch dental care while building relationships and ensuring our patients have a positive and enjoyable experience. We pride ourselves on creating a supportive and lively workplace for our staff. Join our team and be part of a fun, dynamic office where your skills and passion for dental care will be valued, appreciated, and rewarded!
Responsibilities:The dental hygienist is responsible for performing licensed hygiene procedures, educating patients, and management of the nonsurgical periodontal program as directed by the dentist.
- 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.
- Dental hygiene certification from accredited dental hygiene school.
- Current hygiene license where employed.
- Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, BLS and infection control training as required by law.
- Experience with dental software.
As a key part of our patient care team, our dental hygienists are offered a substantial benefits package that includes health and dental benefits, long- and short-term disability, life insurance, 401(k) with 4% matching, holiday pay and paid time off, CEs offered at no charge, positive work environment, and hygiene culture coaching.
Requisition Number:2025-14417