Registered Dental Hygienist

Dental Hygienist (Green Meadows Family Dentistry)

Build Trust, Comfort, and Long-Term Wellness in a Long-Standing Practice

Green Meadows Family Dentistry is seeking a compassionate, relationship-driven Dental Hygienist to join our established team. This full-time position is based at Green Meadows Family Dentistry in Virginia Beach, VA.

We are looking for a hygienist who values quality care, patient connection, and a calm, supportive clinical environment. Hygienists at Green Meadows help patients feel safe, understood, and confident in their oral health by focusing on education, comfort, and trust. We are seeking a clinician who brings strong professional judgment, confidence in patient communication, and a steady, reliable presence to the hygiene department.

As a Dental Hygienist, you will provide exceptional patient care while partnering with practice leadership and the clinical team to:

• Deliver high-quality preventive and periodontal care
• Educate patients with clarity, empathy, and patience
• Help patients understand their oral health needs and recommend care through clear, supportive education
• Maintain accurate and thorough clinical documentation
• Support consistent hygiene workflows, protocols, and scheduling standards
• Communicate effectively with doctors and other clinical and business team members
• Strengthen patient trust, retention, and preventive care compliance
• Identify opportunities to enhance the patient experience and support practice operations
• Model and reinforce Cook Dental Group’s values of Family, Quality, Integrity, Compassion, Teamwork, and Fun

The right candidate will be dependable, warm, and patient-centered, with strong time management, organization, and interpersonal skills. You should enjoy helping patients feel comfortable, advocating for their wellness, and contributing to a team that cares deeply for patients and each other.

You May Be a Great Fit If You:

• Bring strong dental hygiene experience and a commitment to quality patient care
• Build trust easily and help patients feel safe, comfortable, and valued
• Are confident educating patients and supporting comprehensive treatment
• Communicate clearly and calmly across clinical and administrative teams
• Are dependable, organized, adaptable, and solutions oriented
• Manage time well and maintain a positive, steady presence throughout the day
• Enjoy contributing to strong systems, workflows, and team processes
• Take initiative and bring forward ideas that strengthen patient care and team performance
• Appreciate a long-standing practice where team members support one another
• Value being a respected clinical partner whose expertise shapes patient care, prevention, and long-term wellness

At Green Meadows Family Dentistry, you will be part of a collaborative, caring team that prioritizes clinical excellence, patient trust, and a warm, relationship-centered experience.

Compensation & Benefits

This position offers a competitive compensation package that reflects the expectations of the role. The Dental Hygienist receives:

• Hourly pay of $50 - $70 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
• Eligibility for individual hygiene bonuses
• Eligibility for practice performance bonuses
• Sign-on bonus available for qualified candidates

Cook Dental Group provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, professional growth, and long-term stability. Our benefits include:

• Health, vision, and supplemental insurance options
• Employer-provided dental benefits
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Continuing education and professional development support
• A supportive operations team and practice leadership committed to helping you succeed in your role

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50.00 - $70.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you currently hold, or are you in the process of obtaining, a valid dental hygiene license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia?

Ability to Commute:

• Virginia Beach, VA 23462 (Required)

Work Location: In person