Dental Hygiene Assistant - Patient Care & Team Support

Commonwealth Dentistry; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Part time

Job summary

Commonwealth Dentistry in Richmond, VA is seeking a part-time Hygiene Assistant to join our privately owned group practice. You will support the hygienist, manage room setups, and help deliver an unsurpassed dental experience for patients.

Responsibilities include assisting during treatments, taking x-rays, reviewing medical histories, charting, and patient education on oral hygiene. CPR certification is required or obtained within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• CPR certification required or will become CPR certified within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to present treatment plans and insurance information to patients.
• Regular and timely attendance.
• Teamwork, initiative and dependability.

Responsibilities

• Assist the hygienist during a variety of treatment procedures.
• Greeting and seating patients.
• Customizing room setups based on the type of cleanings being done.
• Reviewing medical histories and taking blood pressure.
• Taking necessary x-rays, polishing teeth and applying fluoride.
• Recording periodontal and restorative charting with the hygienist.
• Putting in chart notes, treatment plans and scheduling recare appointments.
• Performing weekly maintenance.
• Supporting other teams within the office (front desk, doctors’ clinical team).
• Teaching patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health; e.g., tooth brushing, flossing and nutritional counseling.
• Completes instrument cleaning & sterilization and post-op sanitization of treatment rooms.
• Prepares dental materials and equipment as needed for the scheduled treatment.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication

Confidentiality

CPR certified

Job description

Commonwealth Dentistry in Richmond, VA is seeking a part-time Hygiene Assistant to join our privately owned group practice. You will support the hygienist, manage room setups, and help deliver an unsurpassed dental experience for patients.

Responsibilities include assisting during treatments, taking x-rays, reviewing medical histories, charting, and patient education on oral hygiene. CPR certification is required or obtained within 30 days of hire.