Hygiene Assistant
Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry
Hygiene Assistant
Commonwealth Dentistry· Forest Hill
About this role
We are seeking a part-time Hygiene Assistant to join our growing, privately owned, group practice. As a Hygiene Assistant at Commonwealth Dentistry, you will have the opportunity to work with a staff that goes above and beyond to support each other and deliver an unsurpassed dental experience for our patients.
The Hygiene Assistant performs many tasks requiring both interpersonal and technical skills.
Responsibilities:
- Assisting the hygienist during a variety of treatment procedures
- Greeting and seating patients
- Customizing room setups based on the type of cleanings being done
- Reviewing medical histories and taking blood pressure
- Taking necessary x-rays, polishing teeth and applying fluoride
- Recording periodontal and restorative charting with the hygienist
- Putting in chart notes, treatment plans and scheduling recare appointments
- Performing weekly maintenance
- Supporting other teams within the office(front desk, doctors’ clinical team)
- Teaching patients appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health; (e.g., tooth brushing, flossing and nutritional counseling)
- Completes instrument cleaning & sterilization and post-op sanitization of treatment rooms
- Prepares dental materials and equipment as needed for the scheduled treatment
- Other duties may be assigned
- CPR certified, or will become CPR certified within 30 days of hire
- Ability to professionally present clinical information regarding treatment plans and insurance information to patients
- Regular and timely attendance
- Ability to demonstrate a teamwork approach to job responsibilities
- Ability to demonstrate initiative, dependability and promptness
- Must perform frequent repetitive work with attention to detail
- Ability to follow instructions and takes responsibility for own actions
- Ability to exercise confidentiality with patients and patient care
- Must listen attentively for clarification to ensure necessary outcomes
Frequently Asked Questions
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Where is the Hygiene Assistant position at Commonwealth Dentistry located?
This Hygiene Assistant role at Commonwealth Dentistry is based in Richmond, Virginia, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Hygiene Assistant role at Commonwealth Dentistry full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Part time position. It is posted as a Hygiene Assistant role in the Forest Hill department at Commonwealth Dentistry.
Which team or department does the Hygiene Assistant at Commonwealth Dentistry belong to?
This Hygiene Assistant position is part of the Forest Hill department at Commonwealth Dentistry. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Hygiene Assistant position at Commonwealth Dentistry?
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When was the Hygiene Assistant job at Commonwealth Dentistry posted?
This Hygiene Assistant position at Commonwealth Dentistry was posted on Sep 3, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Hygiene Assistant
Commonwealth Dentistry
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