Dental Hygienist

Make a real impact with Capital Area Health Network (CAHN), a dynamic and growing Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) located in the heart of Richmond, VA. Were expanding our team and seeking talented, mission‑driven professionals who want to elevate community health. At CAHN, we innovate, we serve with purpose, and we are just better. Step into a role where your work creates lasting change.

Our Core Values

Compassion – We treat every person with dignity and fairness, ensuring no one feels alienated or discriminated against.

Accountability – We safeguard confidentiality and remain transparent with all stakeholders.

Reverence – We are called to serve and uplift those in need while fostering mutual respect.

Excellence – We commit to continuous learning to deliver culturally responsive, high‑quality care.

Stewardship – We manage resources responsibly for the benefit of our organization and community.

Who We Are

CAHN provides comprehensive primary care, dental services, and behavioral health support, ensuring every person receives the quality care they deserve—regardless of background or circumstance.

Our Mission:
To deliver effective, accessible, and culturally responsive care, education, and advocacy that promote health and quality of life.

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Job Summary

The Dental Hygienist develops and implements individualized dental care plans for patients; performs patient education, discharge planning, and patient/family teaching under the supervision of a qualified dentist. Assesses dental condition and needs of patient; uses patient screening procedures, to include medical history review, dental charting, and period charting; takes patient vital signs as required. Delivers direct patient care to patients as assigned, using established dental hygienist procedures; performs routine treatment procedures, such as cleaning, polishing, x-rays, application of sealants and fluorides, and related procedures.

Essential Functions

- Documents dental history or chief complaint; records and reports pertinent observations and patient reactions to dental staff, as appropriate; documents lab procedures and ensures follow up on results.

- Assists with or institutes emergency measures for sudden adverse developments during treatment of patients.

- Performs patient triage and initiates patient care as appropriate for walk-in patients.

- Assists in preparation of patient care areas, and in the patient admission, transfer, and discharge process, as required; prepares reports and assists as required with patient reception, telephone calls, routine triage, and other office duties.

- Practices and ensures compliance with the organizations policies and procedures.

- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Schedule

- Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

- Occasional extended hours

- On-site position

Benefits at CAHN

We value our team, and it shows in our comprehensive benefits package:

Health Coverage

- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

- Secondary Gap Insurance

- Prescription Drug Plan

- Supplemental Policies through Colonial Life

Financial Security

- 401(k) Retirement Plan with up to 3% Company Match

- Employer‑Sponsored Short‑Term Disability

- Employer‑Paid Life and AD&D Insurance

Work‑Life Balance

- Paid Time Off (PTO) accrued beginning Day 1

- Self‑Care Floating Holidays

- 9.5 Paid Holidays

Additional Support

- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility

We are committed to supporting your well‑being—at work and beyond.

Education & Experience

- Bachelor's degree in a directly related clinical field with no previous experience required.

- Successful candidate must submit to post offer, pre-employment physical examination/medical history check; may be required to submit to annual TB and rubella screening.

- Current licensure as a Dental Hygienist

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to carry out each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed represent the knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics necessary for the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Work Environment & ADA Notice

This position may involve exposure to infectious agents, including HIV, hepatitis, and tuberculosis. Essential job duties are listed above and may be modified as needed under applicable ADA guidelines. Employees may be required to perform other job‑related responsibilities as assigned and may request reasonable accommodations at any time.