Dental Hygienist

Vetted Solutions; Baldwin (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Vetted Solutions is seeking a dental professional to provide preventive care and support to licensed dentists in Baldwin, PA. The role includes performing cleanings, scaling, polishing, fluoride or sealant applications, and documenting dental and periodontal health, ensuring accurate records and ongoing monitoring.

You will educate patients on oral hygiene practices and collaborate with the dental team to communicate findings and assist with treatment planning as needed.

Qualifications

• Proficient in preventive dental procedures (cleaning, scaling, polishing, fluoride/sealant application).
• Ability to document dental and periodontal status accurately.
• Strong patient education and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide preventive dental care including cleanings, scaling, polishing, fluoride or sealant application.
• Review and document patients' dental and periodontal health, ensuring accurate records and monitoring.
• Collaborate with licensed dentists, communicate findings, and assist with treatment planning as needed.

Skills

Preventive dental procedures

Dental/periodontal status assessment

Patient education & communication

Collaborative teamwork

Job description

Provide preventive dental care, including professional cleanings, scaling, polishing, and the application of fluoride or dental sealants. Review and chart patients’ dental and periodontal health, ensuring accurate documentation and monitoring.

Educate patients on effective oral hygiene practices and the role of nutrition in maintaining oral health. Collaborate with licensed dentists to support comprehensive patient care, including communicating findings and assisting with treatment planning as needed.

Key Qualifications & Skills

• Training and competence in preventive dental procedures (cleaning, scaling, polishing, fluoride/sealant application)
• Ability to assess and document dental and periodontal status
• Strong patient education and communication skills
• Collaborative mindset and attention to detail