Dental Hygienist: Patient-Centric Care & Team Growth

Commonwealth Dentistry; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Monthly hygiene bonus

Medical, dental, vision

PTO

401(k)

Job summary

Commonwealth Dentistry in Roanoke, VA, seeks a professional dental hygienist who delivers quality care, connects with patients, and is dependable. You will work with a supportive doctor team, maintain a full schedule, and use tools to provide excellent prophylaxis and periodontal treatment.

The role emphasizes patient education, treatment planning with the dentist, and clear discussions of costs and financing options.

Qualifications

• Active state dental hygiene license in good standing.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Local anesthesia certification [required / preferred].
• New graduates welcome [if applicable].
• Experience presenting treatment plans and discussing patient financing is a plus.
• Experience with Denticon practice management software is a plus.

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 “why” behind recommended care.
• Co-diagnose with the dentist and build treatment plans for periodontal and restorative care.
• Present treatment plans chairside, explaining what the patient needs and why, in plain language.
• Discuss fees, insurance estimates, and payment or financing options with patients, helping them say yes to care while the clinical conversation is still fresh.
• Administer local anesthesia [where certified and permitted by state]
• Apply fluoride, sealants, and adjunctive therapies
• Make sure each patient leaves with their next recare visit scheduled
• Document accurately and completely in the patient record
• Maintain your operatory and follow OSHA and infection control standards

Skills

Patient care

Team communication

Reliable attendance

Clinical ownership

Education

Active state dental hygiene license

CPR/BLS certification

Local anesthesia certification

Tools

Denticon

Job description

Commonwealth Dentistry in Roanoke, VA, seeks a professional dental hygienist who delivers quality care, connects with patients, and is dependable. You will work with a supportive doctor team, maintain a full schedule, and use tools to provide excellent prophylaxis and periodontal treatment.

The role emphasizes patient education, treatment planning with the dentist, and clear discussions of costs and financing options.