Dental Hygienist

Virginia Dental & Anesthesia Associates seeks a Dental Hygienist to provide high-quality preventive care in a specialized anesthesia practice. You’ll deliver prophylaxis, scaling/root planing, periodontal maintenance, radiographs, and oral health education while collaborating with dentists and anesthesia providers to support sedated and special-needs patients. The role emphasizes patient safety, meticulous infection control, and strong communication with a compassionate, professional team. Enjoy exposure to complex cases, advanced equipment, and ongoing professional development in a respectful, learning-focused environment. Perform dental prophylaxis, scaling, root planing, and periodontal maintenance Obtain and interpret dental radiographs following safety protocols Conduct comprehensive periodontal and oral health assessments Educate patients and caregivers on oral hygiene, prevention, and post-op care Collaborate with dentists and anesthesia providers to support sedated cases Maintain strict infection control, sterilization, and OSHA compliance Document findings, treatment, and patient notes accurately in the record Monitor and support patient comfort and safety before and after procedures Assist with case preparation and room turnover for anesthesia-supported visits Participate in continuing education and team training to maintain high clinical standards Dental prophylaxis and polishing Scaling and root planing (SRP) Periodontal charting and assessment Dental radiography (digital preferred) Local anesthesia administration Infection control and sterilization protocols Electronic dental records/documentation Patient and caregiver oral health education Working with sedated or anxious patients Collaboration with dentists and anesthesia providers Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance 401k Current Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license in Virginia CPR/BLS certification Local anesthesia certification (preferred/required per VA regulations) Nitrous oxide monitoring/administration certification (preferred) Infection control and OSHA compliance training Experience or training in sedated or special-needs patients (preferred) #J-18808-Ljbffr Reporter Newspapers