Dental Hygienist

Greater Richmond Dentistry, a well-established private dental practice, is seeking a skilled and compassionate Licensed Dental Hygienist to join our patient-centered team on a Part-Time or full-time basis (Monday through Thursday). Our practice is committed to providing ethical, evidence-based, and prevention-focused dental care in a modern, supportive, and collaborative clinical environment. We are looking for a hygienist who thrives in a fast-paced setting, values teamwork, and is dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care while maintaining the highest professional, clinical, and regulatory standards. Position Details Schedule: Part-Time or Full-Time (Monday–Thursday clinical schedule) Location: Chesterfield, VA Compensation: Competitive hourly compensation based on experience and qualifications Benefits: PTO may be offered in accordance with practice policy and employment status Responsibilities: Provide preventive and periodontal dental hygiene services consistent with accepted standards of care and the scope of practice established by the Virginia Board of Dentistry. Duties include: Provide comprehensive dental hygiene care for both new and existing patients, including preventive, periodontal, and maintenance visits Be comfortable seeing and managing new patient hygiene appointments Perform adult and pediatric prophylaxis Conduct periodontal charting and periodontal assessments Perform scaling and root planing (SRP) when clinically indicated Take diagnostic dental radiographs in compliance with Virginia radiology certification requirements Apply fluoride treatments and preventive agents Provide oral health education and hygiene instruction Identify and document oral health conditions, including periodontal disease and caries risk factors Maintain accurate, complete, and timely clinical documentation Follow all infection control and sterilization protocols in accordance with OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Standards, CDC infection control guidelines, and Virginia Board of Dentistry regulations Ensure HIPAA compliance in all patient communications and records management Maintain operatory readiness and collaborate effectively with dentists, dental assistants, and administrative team members to ensure coordinated patient care Deliver patient-centered care with professionalism, empathy, and strong communication skills Qualifications Active Virginia Dental Hygienist License in good standing Radiology certification in accordance with Virginia Board of Dentistry requirements Current CPR/BLS certification Knowledge of periodontal disease management and preventive dentistry Ability to maintain accurate clinical records and compliance documentation Strong communication skills and commitment to patient education Professionalism, reliability, and a collaborative team-oriented mindset Ability to manage a productive hygiene schedule while maintaining high-quality clinical care Experience in a private practice setting is required. Why Join Greater Richmond Dentistry? Privately owned, non-corporate practice Growing hygiene program — we are expanding to a second hygienist position due to continued patient demand Established patient base with consistent demand Modern, fully digital clinical environment Strong clinical and administrative support team Compliance-focused practice aligned with OSHA, HIPAA, CDC, ADA, and Virginia Board of Dentistry standards Positive, respectful, and growth-oriented culture Opportunity for expanded schedule or long-term growth within the practice Employment Type: Full Time Salary: $50 - $60 Hourly Bonus/Commission: No