Dental Hygienist

Overview

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Thank you for your interest in a career at Neighbor Health, formerly East Boston Neighborhood Health Center. Neighbor Health serves the greater Boston area with a strong commitment to the health and well-being of patients and communities.

Current details indicate this position involves delivering high-quality oral health care, preparing patients for procedures, maintaining infection control standards, and traveling between main and satellite locations as needed. Flexible for evening and Saturday shifts and a strong commitment to patient care and professional conduct are expected.

Time Type:
Full time

Department:
Dental

All Locations: 1601 Washington Street; 20 Maverick Square – Cradock Building; 400 Shawmut Avenue

New grads welcome to apply. The Dental Hygienist will perform prophylactic services such as cleanings, root planning, scaling, polishing, fluoride treatments, and sealants; prepare patients for procedures; manage patient records in Dentrix and Epic; participate in community outreach events; and travel between locations as needed.

Role requires flexibility for evening and Saturday shifts and a strong commitment to excellent patient care and professional conduct.

• Provide comprehensive dental hygiene services, including cleanings, root planning and scaling, polishing, fluoride treatments, and sealant applications, following Massachusetts Board of Registration regulations and current standards of care.
• Prepare and maintain the treatment operatory by adhering to infection control, equipment maintenance, and sterilization protocols; select appropriate materials and equipment for each patient.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and provide instructions for maintaining optimal oral health.
• Accurately document all patient interactions and treatment details in Dentrix and Epic systems; ensure timely and consistent record-keeping.
• Participate in outreach activities, such as health fairs, and travel between main and satellite locations as required, including transporting equipment and materials.
• Demonstrate professionalism and excellent customer service in all interactions, maintain punctuality, and contribute to team efforts while adhering to Neighbor Health policies and confidentiality protocols.

• Education:
  
  High School Diploma / GED. Graduate of an accredited Dental Hygiene School.
• Licenses:
  Licensed as a Dental Hygienist in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Must also be licensed to administer local anesthesia (Permit L).
• Skills:
  
  Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with internal and external customers.
• Language:
  Bilingual (Spanish) preferred

• Health Coverage:
  Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Education Reimbursement: $4,000 - $6,000 tuition reimbursement available for all benefits-eligible staff members.
• Financial Benefits:
  
  Life and disability insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with company match, and flexible spending & transportation accounts.
• Work-life Balance:
  Paid holidays, vacation days, sick leave, and personal time off.
• Professional Growth:
  Tuition reimbursement and generous staff development benefits to support your career advancement.
• Additional Perks:
  Malpractice coverage, pet insurance, and other benefits to support overall well-being.

• Pay:
  Starts at $34.66 up to $53.73 depending on experience

Neighbor Health is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to  or call  to let us know the nature of your request.

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Neighbor Health participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program, E-Verify. As an E-Verify employer, all prospective employees must complete a background check before beginning employment.