Dental Hygienist

Compass Health Network; Columbia Township (MO); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Compass Health Network in Columbia, MO is seeking a full-time on-site Dental Hygienist to provide prophylaxis, scaling, root planing, and preventive care. You will review histories, take radiographs, assist with exams, and coordinate with dentists to support efficient, patient-centered care.

This role emphasizes infection control, documentation, education, and working with diverse patients. Strong communication and teamwork with the care team are essential to promote whole-person health in a

Qualifications

• Strong clinical dental hygiene skills including prophylaxis, scaling, root planing, and radiograph interpretation.
• Excellent patient education and communication, able to explain plans and hygiene instruction.
• Infection control and safety, OSHA/CDC guidelines adherence.
• Documentation and technology skills, charting and EHR familiarity.
• Teamwork and professional conduct; collaboration with dentists and staff.
• Graduate of an accredited program; current state license or eligibility; CPR required.
• Experience in community health or integrated medical-dental settings beneficial; ability to work with diverse ages.

Responsabilités

• Perform routine prophylaxis, scaling, root planing, and preventive procedures.
• Promote oral health education for patients of diverse ages and backgrounds.
• Review medical/dental histories and interpret radiographs.
• Assist with examinations and document care in the patient record.
• Coordinate treatment plans with dentists and care team; ensure infection control.
• Support a patient-centered, efficient clinical workflow.

Connaissances

Clinical dental hygiene skills

Patient education

Infection control

Documentation & EHR

Teamwork & professional conduct

CPR certification

Formation

Accredited dental hygiene program

Current state Dental Hygienist license (or eligibility)

CPR certification

Outils

Dental software

Digital radiography systems

Electronic health records (EHR)

Description du poste

Company Description

Compass Health Network is a not-for-profit, integrated health organization committed to improving physical and emotional well-being through compassionate, high-quality care. The organization operates with strong ethical and professional standards, focusing on innovative, accessible services that respond to the needs of the communities it serves. By emphasizing whole-person health, Compass Health Network connects medical, dental, and behavioral care to support better outcomes. Team members join a mission-driven environment centered on trust, respect, and a shared promise of a healthier future for all patients.

Role Description

This full-time, on-site Dental Hygienist role is based in Columbia, MO. The Dental Hygienist will perform routine prophylaxis, scaling, root planing, and other preventive dental procedures, while promoting oral health and hygiene education for patients of diverse ages and backgrounds. Daily responsibilities include reviewing medical and dental histories, taking and interpreting dental radiographs, assisting with examinations, and documenting care in the patient record. The role also involves working closely with dentists and other care team members to coordinate treatment plans, maintain infection control and safety standards, and support an efficient, patient-centered clinical workflow.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong clinical dental hygiene skills, including prophylaxis, scaling and root planing, periodontal assessment, and radiograph acquisition and interpretation.
• Candidates should possess patient education and communication skills, including the ability to explain treatment plans, provide oral hygiene instruction, and build rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Candidates should possess infection control and safety skills, including adherence to sterilization protocols, use of personal protective equipment, and compliance with OSHA and CDC guidelines.
• Candidates should possess documentation and technology skills, including accurate charting, use of electronic health records, and familiarity with common dental software and digital imaging systems.
• Candidates should possess teamwork and professional conduct skills, including collaboration with dentists and support staff, reliability, and commitment to ethical, patient-centered care.
• Graduate of an accredited dental hygiene program; current state Dental Hygienist license (or eligibility to obtain) and CPR certification required.
• Experience in community health or integrated medical-dental settings is beneficial, along with proficiency in working with children, adults, and individuals with complex health needs.