Community Dental Hygienist – 4/10s, Full Benefits

Red Seal Recruiting Ltd.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Disability & life insurance

Vision coverage

FSA/HRA options

Parental leave

Job summary

Red Seal Recruiting Ltd. seeks a full-time Dental Hygienist in Pittsburgh, PA to provide preventive and therapeutic care in a community health center. You will perform exams, charting, radiographs, prophylaxis, and patient education while supporting clinic operations.

The role requires PA RDH license, CPR, accredited hygiene program, and strong infection control knowledge; local anesthesia preferred. The position includes a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Dental Hygiene program.
• Active Pennsylvania Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license.
• Current CPR certification.
• Local anesthesia certification preferred.
• Experience in a community health setting preferred.
• Strong knowledge of dental procedures, infection control standards, and periodontal therapies.
• Proficiency with digital dental records and radiography systems.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating within a team.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with diverse patient populations.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in accordance with licensure and established dental hygiene protocols.
• Conduct comprehensive oral assessments, including medical history review, dental and periodontal charting.
• Take and interpret radiographs and intraoral images.
• Perform prophylaxis, scaling and root planing, debridement, fluoride treatments, and sealants.
• Monitor blood pressure and assess overall oral health status at each visit.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices, nutrition, and preventive care.
• Document all clinical findings, treatment plans, and patient interactions in the electronic dental record.
• Coordinate referrals to specialists and ensure appropriate follow-up.
• Maintain infection control standards and ensure proper sterilization of instruments.
• Support clinic operations, including recall systems, supply management, and operatory organization.
• Assist during peak clinic times and collaborate with dental assistants and providers.
• Participate in community dental education programs.

Skills

Patient care

Infection control

Radiographs

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Accredited Dental Hygiene program

PA RDH license

CPR certification

Local anesthesia certification preferred

Tools

Digital records software

Radiography systems

Job description

Red Seal Recruiting Ltd. seeks a full-time Dental Hygienist in Pittsburgh, PA to provide preventive and therapeutic care in a community health center. You will perform exams, charting, radiographs, prophylaxis, and patient education while supporting clinic operations.

The role requires PA RDH license, CPR, accredited hygiene program, and strong infection control knowledge; local anesthesia preferred. The position includes a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.