Dental Hygienist

HealthNet; Center (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

HealthNet is seeking a Dental Hygienist to join its Indianapolis team, serving an underserved community in a patient-centered environment. You will perform screenings, cleanings, X-rays, and patient education while supporting the dental team.

Responsibilities include clinical documentation, perio assessment, and collaboration with dentists to provide comprehensive care. The role favors bilingual applicants and requires Indiana licensure eligibility and CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of dental hygiene and license to practice in Indiana.
• Currently not sponsoring for work visa.
• CPR certification – can be obtained after employment.
• Knowledge of dental anatomy and ability to assess antibiotic pre-medication needs.
• Experience with radiographs and clinical documentation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient screenings and dental cleanings.
• Take dental X-rays and support exams.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and charting.
• Counsel patients on oral hygiene and nutrition.

Skills

Independent work

Strong organization

Self-motivated

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual Spanish

Good eyesight

Prolonged standing

Lifting up to 30 lbs

Reliable transportation

Education

Dental hygiene degree & license

Indiana license eligible

CPR certification

Local anesthesia preferred

Job description

$5,000 SIGN ON BONUS for New Employees (Prorated if less than full time)

Barrington Health & Dental Center - 3401 East Raymond Street, Indianapolis, IN 46203

Seniors in last semester of RDH program encouraged to apply!

Job Shadows provided at time of interview!

What you’ll do as a Dental Hygienist at HealthNet

The Dental Hygienist position works with the dentist and dental team to meet the oral health needs of patients by performing patient screenings, taking dental x rays, providing dental cleanings, performing clinical documentation, counseling patients on oral hygiene instruction and nutrition.

Treat an underserved community in a patient care focused setting!

HealthNet provides dedicated appointment time to each patient.

• 45 minutes for prophylaxis
• 1 hour for perio maintenance
• 1 hour per quadrant of SRP
• Additional time provided for dental exams and x-rays

Dental Center Hours of Operation

• Mondays: 10am-7pm with lunch scheduled at 2-3pm
• Tuesday - Fridays: 8am-5pm with lunch scheduled at 12-1pm

Job description listed above is a summary and does not include other tasks requested by dentist or clinic manager.

Who is HealthNet?

https://www.indyhealthnet.org/ HealthNet is a nonprofit 501 (c) (3) organization of community-based health centers located in Indianapolis and Bloomington, IN Since 1968, HealthNet has improved the health status of the neighborhoods it serves by making quality health services accessible to everyone. HealthNet annually provides affordable health care to more than 61,000 individuals through its network of 8 primary care health centers 2 dental clinics, 2 school-based clinics, a mobile health unit, and additional support services.

HealthNet’s mission is to improve lives with compassionate health care and support services, regardless of ability to pay.

Requirements

What you’ll need as a Dental Hygienist at HealthNet

• New Grads are encouraged to apply!
• Currently not sponsoring for work visa.
• Requires graduation from an accredited school of dental hygiene and license to practice dental hygiene in the State of Indiana. Eligible to obtain license in state of Indiana.
• CPR certification – can be obtained after employment.
• Local Anesthetic preferred.
• Requires knowledge of medical problems/diagnosis that may necessitate antibiotic pre-medication.
• Detailed knowledge of the anatomy of the mouth and teeth.
• Recognize the need for various x-ray's for review by the dentist.

The skills/qualifications you’ll bring as a Dental Hygienist at HealthNet

• Requires ability to work independently.
• Requires strong organization skills.
• Self-directed/Self-motivated.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Bilingual in Spanish is preferred but not required.
• Must have good eyesight with or without correction (20/30).
• Ability to experience repeated and prolonged standing, walking, sitting, bending, and squatting is required.
• Ability to lift, push, and or pull equipment, light to moderately heavy weight is required.
• Reliable transportation required.

Physical Requirement

• Works primarily inside, in a normal dental office environment and hospital operatory setting.
• Able to be involved in degrees of prolonged standing, walking, sitting, bending, squatting, and stooping; as well as abilities of repeated bending, stooping and squatting.
• Able to lift, push, and/or pull equipment, light to moderately heavy weight up to 20-30 pounds is a necessary function of this position.
• Must be able to position and move patients following safety standards.
• Able to perform duties during periods of varied and/or prolonged work hours.
• Will be exposed to all patient elements.
• Must have good eyesight with or without correction (20/30).
• Must be able to read, write, hear, and communicate effectively in the English language by both orally and written.

Why work for HealthNet?

• $5,000 SIGN ON BONUS
• Competitive Compensation
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plan
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Health Savings Account & Difference Card Available within certain medical plans
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance, AD&D
• Group Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity
• Domestic Partner Leave
• Wellness Programs
• 401k Match
• Paid Time Off accumulates at start of employment and available to use.
• Employee Referral program
• Tuition Reimbursement - The National Health Service Corp (NHSC site level 25) of up to $50,000 for 2-year contract.
• 3 paid continuing dental education days/year with $700 allowance yearly for continued education.

Fair Labor Standards Act Classification: Non-Exempt

Equal Employment Opportunity

HealthNet is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.