Dental Hygienist

Health Care Administrators Association® (HCAA); Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Care Administrators Association® (HCAA) seeks a patient-centered Dental Hygienist to deliver high-quality preventive and periodontal care in a community-focused dental practice.

The role focuses on comprehensive cleanings, radiographs, sealants/fluoride, patient education, and assisting the dentist while upholding infection control and documentation standards to ensure a comfortable patient experience.

Qualifications

• Licensed Dental Hygienist with strong prevention and periodontal care knowledge.
• Ability to educate patients of all ages effectively.
• Detail-oriented documentation and infection control protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive cleanings and periodontal assessments.
• Take and process dental radiographs.
• Apply sealants and fluoride treatments.
• Provide patient education for oral health and care routines.
• Assist the dentist during exams and procedures.
• Maintain infection control standards and accurate documentation.
• Support a compassionate patient experience through clear communication.

Skills

Patient education

Infection control

Patient communication

Education

Licensed Dental Hygienist

Job description

Seeking a patient-centered Dental Hygienist to deliver high-quality preventive and periodontal care in a friendly, community-focused dental practice.

Key Duties

• Perform comprehensive cleanings and periodontal assessments.
• Take and process dental radiographs.
• Apply sealants and fluoride treatments.
• Provide patient education for oral health and care routines.
• Assist the dentist during exams and procedures.
• Maintain excellent infection control standards and accurate documentation.
• Support a comfortable, compassionate patient experience through clear communication.

Qualifications & Skills

• Licensed Dental Hygienist with strong clinical knowledge of prevention and periodontal care.
• Ability to educate patients of all ages effectively.
• Detail-oriented documentation and strict adherence to infection control protocols.
• Strong interpersonal skills with professionalism and a patient-first mindset.