Dental Hygienist

Favorite Healthcare Staffing; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Favorite Healthcare Staffing places a Dental Hygienist in Kansas City, MO area on a full-time basis for a leading community healthcare organization. You will perform preventive dental hygiene procedures, educate patients on oral health, and work with a collaborative dental team to improve community health.

The role requires graduation from an accredited dental hygiene program, Missouri and Kansas licenses, and at least 1 year of experience in private practice or clinical settings.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited dental hygiene program.
• Current license to practice dental hygiene in Missouri and Kansas.
• At least 1 year of dental hygiene experience in a private practice or clinical setting preferred.
• Strong communication and patient education skills.
• Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Provide preventive dental hygiene services.
• Educate patients on oral health and nutrition.
• Collaborate with dental care team to improve community health.
• Maintain clinical records and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Communication

Patient education

Compassionate care

Education

Dental hygiene degree

Job description

A leading community healthcare organization in Kansas City, MO is seeking an experienced Dental Hygienist to join their team on a full-time basis!

Job Type: Permanent / Direct Hire

Setting: Dental Office – Non-Profit

Locations Available: 1 opening in Kansas City, MO (Swope Park/SE KC area) and 1 opening in Kansas City, KS (Wyandotte)

Schedule: Full-time, Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm

JOB SUMMARY:

The Dental Hygienist provides preventive oral healthcare and patient education to help individuals achieve and maintain optimal oral health. This role performs clinical dental hygiene procedures, provides oral health and nutrition education, and works as part of a collaborative dental care team to improve the overall health and quality of life of patients in the community.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduation from an accredited dental hygiene school or program required
• Current license to practice dental hygiene in Missouri and Kansas required
• At least 1 year of dental hygiene experience in a private practice or clinical setting preferred
• Strong communication and patient education skills
• Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care