Registered Dental Hygienist

DCA Alexandria, Virginia; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 61,992 - 71,635; Full time

Job summary

DCA Alexandria, Virginia is seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) to join our clinical team. You will perform routine prophylaxis, take radiographs as needed, and provide education on oral health while adhering to PPE guidelines.

Requirements include an RDH license, CPR certification, and Laser certification. We value meticulous care and a compassionate approach to patient safety and comfort.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid RDH license.
• Must hold a valid CPR card.
• Laser certification required.
• Meticulous about oral health and patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Provide dental health education about tooth care and diet.
• Remove plaque and calculus by scaling and polishing teeth.
• Take impressions and/or dental radiographs of teeth.
• Apply prophylactic/antibacterial materials and topical fluorides.
• Carry out screening and monitoring procedures.

Skills

RDH license

CPR certification

Laser certification

Job description

To be considered for our Registered Dental Hygienist position, you must:

• Have a Registered Dental Hygienist’s license
• Have a valid CPR card
• Be Laser certified
• Be meticulous about oral health and the health of your patients.

Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) duties include:

• Providing dental health education about tooth care and diet
• Removing plaque and calculus by scaling and polishing teeth
• Taking impressions and/or dental radiographs of teeth
• Applying prophylactic/antibacterial materials, fissure sealants, and topical fluorides to help prevent tooth decay
• Carrying out screening and monitoring procedures

We are following all guidelines with proper use of PPE to keep our patients and team safe. We are looking to fill this position immediately.

Compensation: $45-$52/hour