Dental Hygienist (RDH) – Periodontal Focus (Part-Time)

Greater Richmond Dentistry | Chesterfield, VA

New graduates are welcome to apply!

Greater Richmond Dentistry is seeking a skilled and compassionate Registered Dental Hygienist to join our growing private practice. This part-time position is ideal for a hygienist who enjoys providing comprehensive periodontal care and building lasting relationships with patients.

Our patient population includes a high volume of Scaling and Root Planing (SRP), Periodontal Maintenance, and comprehensive New Patient appointments, making this an excellent opportunity for a clinician who is passionate about periodontal therapy and patient education.

We are a modern, fully digital practice that values clinical excellence, efficiency, and teamwork while providing our patients with an exceptional experience. We are committed to practicing according to the highest standards of care. Our office standard is to perform ultrasonic instrumentation on every hygiene patient, followed by hand instrumentation as clinically indicated to achieve optimal clinical outcomes.

Schedule

2–3 days per week

8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Compensation

$65–$73 per hour, based on experience, clinical skills, and qualifications.

What You'll Enjoy

• Modern, fully digital, paperless practice with Dentrix Ascend
• iTero Digital Scanner
• Voice Perio charting
• AI-assisted radiograph review technology
• Nomad handheld X-ray units
• Intraoral camera technology
• Two different types of ultrasonic scaler systems in the hygiene operatory
• Dedicated administrative, billing, and insurance support
• Organized clinical workflows designed to allow you to focus on patient care
• Supportive, collaborative, and patient-centered team environment

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive periodontal evaluations and risk assessments
• Administer local anesthesia in accordance with Virginia regulations and the standard of care
• Provide Scaling and Root Planing (SRP) when clinically indicated
• Deliver Periodontal Maintenance therapy
• Perform ultrasonic instrumentation followed by hand instrumentation in accordance with our office's clinical standard of care
• Complete comprehensive New Patient hygiene appointments
• Perform periodontal charting
• Obtain high-quality digital radiographs in accordance with Virginia regulations
• Educate patients on periodontal disease, oral hygiene, and preventive care
• Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough clinical documentation
• Collaborate with the doctor and clinical team to develop individualized periodontal treatment plans
• Deliver compassionate, evidence-based care while maintaining the highest clinical standards

Qualifications

• Active Virginia Registered Dental Hygienist license in good standing
• Current Virginia certification to administer local anesthesia (required)
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Strong periodontal assessment and patient education skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Dependable, organized, and committed to providing exceptional patient care
• Dentrix Ascend experience is preferred but not required

Greater Richmond Dentistry is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal and Virginia employment laws.

Pay: $65.00 - $73.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• Virginia certification to administer local anesthesia (Required)
• Virginia Registered Dental Hygienist license (Required)

Work Location: In person