Dental Hygienist

The Dental Hygienist performs assessments of oral health to recognize health and disease. Assists patients to maintain a healthy mouth in collaboration with the dental team and within scope of license and privileges granted and as directed by the dentist.

• Graduate of a Dental Hygienist degree program
• Current unrestricted State of Michigan license as a Registered Dental Hygienist
• Current BLS Certification, or ability to obtain upon hire

• Additional education or training in business, management, healthcare administration, or related field
• Education or training or language proficiency in another language besides English, a plus.

• Experience using computers and possess effective typing skills
• Possess functional abilities using Microsoft Outlook or similar program used for office email communication
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills

• Two or more years of work experience as a registered dental hygienist
• Previous experience under PA 161 providing outreach services and programs under general supervision
• Certification in delivery of local anesthetic
• Prior experience and strong comfort level using a dental electronic health or dental record.
• Experience using ECW and Azara
• Understanding of, or experience working at, an FQHC or integrated clinic that provides medical, dental, behavioral health, or other healthcare services.
• Functional abilities using Microsoft Office Suite