Dental Hygienist

Newport News, Virginia Overview The dental hygienist works under the supervision of the office manager and dentist. Conducts initial patient screenings, cleans teeth, and advises patients on oral health and preventative care. Collaborates with dentist to determine treatments for teeth or gum disease and handle dental emergencies. What you will do Conducts initial patient screenings and maintains knowledge of subject matter to assist Dentist in making treatment decisions for teeth or gum disease. Cleans and protects patients' teeth by removing plaque and/or applying fluoride. Maintains a deep knowledge of relevant health and safety rules and a good eye for oral diseases and anomalies. Educates patients of all ages on proper teeth care. Qualifications Education Associates Degree, from a Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) approved dental and allied dental education program (Required) Experience 1 year Recent relevant experience (Preferred) Licenses and Certifications Dental Hygienist - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) Upon Hire(Required) To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers. If loving your work is important to you, consider a career at Riverside. By joining our team, you can make a difference in people's lives. Our mission is to care for others as we would care for those we love. We extend that sense of caring to every patient, resident and customer, as well as to each member of our team. We offer care at all stages of life, in hundreds of locations, giving you room to grow your career, along with great benefits and perks. At Riverside Health, your trust and safety are our top priorities. Unfortunately, job scams are on the rise across the country, and we want to help you feel confident in knowing what is — and is not — part of our hiring process. Learn more about how to recognize a legitimate Riverside job opportunity and what to do if you suspect a scam by visiting this site.