Dental Hygienist

Job Description

Growing Practice in the Crystal City/Arlington area is looking for a professional, cheerful, team oriented, energetic, and patient focused part time hygienist. We have been in Crystal City for over 20 years, however, we recently relocated to a brand new, state-of-the-art facility. We focus on providing a fun, loving and exceptional patient experience. Whomever we select must be coachable, open minded and goal oriented.

We see patients 4 days/week. Salary: $50 per hour based on experience.

• Current Virginia license
• Active CPR certification
• Knowledge of Dentrix is a plus
• Valid Malpractice Insurance

• Perform thorough scaling and root planing, place Arestin and other periodontal maintenance procedures.
• Perform preventive care such as prophylaxis, fluoride, and dental sealants; and diagnostic care including digital intraoral radiography and intraoral photography.
• Assess each patient's individual caries risk and deliver individualized preventive health education and dietary counseling.
• Educate patients on dental caries and periodontal disease etiology and risk factors.
• Accurately document any findings relating to the patient's Intra- and extra-oral examination.
• Be proactive in encouraging patients to follow through with needed treatment.
• Educate patients about the links between oral health and overall health.
• Participate in continuing education courses and seminars (not just the minimum requirement).

Be part of a practice where patients are not just patients but are part of a dental family!

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay:
From $50.00 per hour

All patients are required to wear masks. Sanitizing protocols are in place. We use a medical grade air purification system. Our staff has been vaccinated.