（Part-time） Dental hygienist job at City Center Dental Care

Clinical Care: Perform thorough dental prophylaxis and periodontal maintenance for a diverse patient base.

Anesthesia: Administer local anesthetics effectively to ensure patient comfort during procedures.

Diagnostics: Take and develop high-quality dental X-rays and conduct detailed patient assessments and charting.

Patient Education: Counsel patients on proper oral hygiene practices and provide personalized health education.

Infection Control: Implement and maintain rigorous healthcare infection prevention and sterilization protocols.

Clinical Assistance: Support the dentist during various procedures through chairside assisting and treatment room preparation.

Administration: Utilize Dentrix software to manage patient records, documentation, and scheduling accurately.

401(k) retirement plan with company matching.

Health insurance reimbursement.

Comprehensive dental benefits.

Paid Time Off (PTO).

Paid Continuing Education (CE) and professional development assistance.

Monday through Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

Saturday & Sunday: Closed.

Flexibility: Schedule options are available within standard operating hours to support a healthy work-life balance.

Licensure: Valid and current Virginia State License to practice as a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH).

Certifications: Current X-ray certification and proficiency in administering local anesthetic injections.

Technical Skills: Competency in dental charting, patient assessment, and infection control standards.

Communication: Exceptional verbal communication skills and a compassionate, team-oriented attitude.

Experience: At least one year of professional experience in a clinical dental setting (highly motivated entry-level candidates are also encouraged to apply).

Software: Previous experience managing patient records within Dentrix.

Specialized Care: Advanced knowledge of health education and counseling for complex periodontal cases.