Dental Hygienist

Dental Hygienist Opportunity

Our client is a well-established not-for-profit community healthcare organization that has been serving patients for more than 40 years. They provide comprehensive medical services through multiple locations and are committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to diverse and underserved communities. Their integrated care model includes primary care, pharmacy, dental, behavioral health, prevention programs, and community health initiatives.

Our client is seeking a full-time Dental Hygienist to join their outpatient dental team. The Dental Hygienist will provide preventative dental care, patient education, and support comprehensive oral health services for a diverse patient population. This position works closely with dentists, EFDA's, dental assistants, and other healthcare professionals in a collaborative, team-based environment focused on improving patient outcomes and access to quality care.

The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume setting while maintaining compassionate, patient-centered care. This provider will play an important role in promoting preventative dental health and educating patients on proper oral hygiene practices.

Compensation & Benefits: $81,000 – $100,000+ Annual Salary (Depending on Experience) $5,000 Sign-On Bonus Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan Paid Time Off (PTO) Sick Time Employer Paid Life and Disability Coverage Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Options Telemedicine Access Prescription Drug Coverage

Responsibilities:
Full-Time (Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM) Provide preventative dental hygiene services including cleanings, periodontal charting, scaling, polishing, fluoride treatments, and oral health screenings Educate patients on oral hygiene, preventative care, and treatment recommendations Assist dentists in identifying oral health conditions and treatment needs Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation within the EMR system See approximately 17 appointment slots per day with productivity budgeted at 14 completed visits daily Receive 5 administrative hours per week for charting, care coordination, and follow-up tasks Provide culturally competent care to a diverse patient population Collaborate with dentists, EFDA's, and dental assistants to deliver efficient, patient-centered care Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical protocol development Build strong relationships with patients and community referral sources

Requirements:
Active and Unrestricted Ohio Dental Hygienist License Local Anesthesia Certification Preferred (if applicable in Ohio) CPR Certification Comfortable treating both adult and pediatric patients Experience working in a high-volume dental setting preferred Excellent communication and patient education skills