Registered Dental Hygienist

Commonwealth Dentistry•Chesapeake, VA

13d

About The Position

We are looking for a hygienist who takes pride in clinical excellence, connects with patients, and is someone the team can count on every day. The position offers a full schedule, a supportive doctor team, and the tools and time to deliver great care. The hygienist provides preventive and periodontal care, assesses periodontal health, takes and reviews radiographs and intraoral images, and educates patients about their oral health. The role also involves co-diagnosing with the dentist, developing and presenting treatment plans, and discussing fees, insurance estimates, and payment or financing options with patients. The hygienist maintains accurate records and a clean operatory while following OSHA and infection-control standards. Reliable attendance, patient engagement, a positive and professional attitude, teamwork, clinical ownership, and the ability to build patient trust and discuss costs confidently are essential. The role has physical requirements that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation, including sustained clinical positioning and repeated fine-motor work. The hiring process includes a conversation with the Talent Team, an office visit, reference and license verification, and satisfactory background checks. New team members complete a 90-day introductory period.

Requirements

Active state dental hygiene license in good standing.
Current CPR/BLS certification.
Reliability, including regular, predictable, on-time attendance.
Patient engagement, a positive and professional attitude, and openness to feedback.
Teamwork and clear communication with doctors, assistants, and the front desk.
Clinical ownership in diagnosing and treating periodontal disease according to the standard of care.
Ability to build patient trust, explain care clearly, and recommend treatment.
Comfort discussing costs and financing clearly and confidently without pressure.
Meet the stated physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodation: sit for extended periods in a clinical operator position; bend, lean, and reach over patients repeatedly; use both hands with fine motor control and sustained grip; perform repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements; see close-range detail, depth, and color; hear and speak clearly while masked; lift and carry supplies and equipment up to 25 pounds; wear required protective equipment for the full shift; work with exposure to blood, saliva, radiation, disinfectants, and dental materials while following safety protocols; and maintain professional appearance and personal hygiene appropriate for close patient contact.
Satisfactory reference, license, and background checks are required for an offer.

Nice To Haves

Local anesthesia certification is listed as required or preferred, depending on the applicable role or jurisdiction.
Experience presenting treatment plans and discussing patient financing.
Experience with Denticon practice management software.
New graduates are welcome if applicable.

Responsibilities

Provide prophylaxis, periodontal maintenance, and scaling and root planing.
Complete full periodontal charting and assess periodontal health at every appropriate visit.
Take and review radiographs and intraoral images.
Educate patients on their oral health and explain the reasons behind recommended care.
Co-diagnose with the dentist and build treatment plans for periodontal and restorative care.
Present treatment plans chairside in plain language, explaining what the patient needs and why.
Discuss fees, insurance estimates, and payment or financing options with patients.
Administer local anesthesia where certified and permitted by state.
Apply fluoride, sealants, and adjunctive therapies.
Ensure each patient leaves with their next recare visit scheduled.
Document accurately and completely in the patient record.
Maintain the operatory and follow OSHA and infection-control standards.
Communicate openly with doctors, assistants, and the front desk, and contribute to the success of the office.
Maintain professional hygiene, grooming, and clean scrubs each shift.