Dental Hygienist

Hilltown Community Health Center; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 48,216 - 61,992; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision coverage

Paid vacation

Retirement plan with employer match

Career development opportunities

Job summary

A community health organization is seeking a Registered Dental Hygienist in Huntington, MA. This role focuses on patient interaction, performing dental procedures, and maintaining equipment. The ideal candidate should have a current Massachusetts license and strong organizational skills. Comprehensive benefits including health insurance and career development opportunities are offered from day one.

Qualifications

• Must be certified as a Registered Dental Hygienist with a current Massachusetts license.
• Experience using computer-based systems to input data.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of patient information in accordance with HIPAA.

Responsibilities

• Interact with patients and perform periodontal and preventative procedures.
• Verify health information and escort patients.
• Ensure sterilization and organization of dental equipment.
• Enter information into electronic health records.

Skills

Compassion

Time management

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Education

Certified Registered Dental Hygienist

Current Massachusetts license

Job description

Overview

Our Culture: Why work with us?

At the heart of our organization is our people. We’re driven by a shared mission to serve others and make a meaningful impact in our community. Our team is passionate, dedicated, and supportive, creating a workplace where collaboration and service thrive. We reward this commitment with a comprehensive benefits package, including career development opportunities, paid time off, loan repayment programs and the chance to make a difference in the lives of those in Western Massachusetts. Join us in helping our community thrive!

Our Mission:

Our mission is to create access to high quality integrated health care and promote well-being for individuals, families, and our communities. As a Federally Qualified Health Center with a focus on integrated, primary care, we believe that every human has the right to access whole health. We have locations in Amherst, Huntington, and Worthington, as well as a school-based health center at Gateway Regional Middle/High School in Huntington.

A day in the life of this role

In this highly visible role, you will be reporting to the Dental Director. This position will highlight your strengths of exhibiting compassion and empathy as your days will be filled with interacting with our patients, performing much needed periodontal and preventative procedures, verifying their health information, and escorting them to and from the waiting room. You will use your detail-oriented, strong time management and organizational skills to ensure that the equipment is sterilized and organized, that sterilizing machinery is clean and functional and that dental tools are in good working order. You will use your computer skills to enter information into our electronic health record, as well as contacting patients to schedule and verify appointments. Your considerate and open demeanor towards others, coupled with your understanding that our patients are treasured for their uniqueness, reflects your mission-oriented character. Your unwavering dedication to our core goal of delivering exceptional care and promoting well-being will be your top priority.

What’s in it for you

• Teamwork: Your independent work ethic will be recognized and valued, while your contributions as a collaborative and respectful team player will be celebrated.
• Growth: HCHC is committed to your professional development, offering support and resources to expand your skills and deepen your understanding of providing high-quality, integrated care.
• Impact: This position allows you to make a direct impact on the health and well-being of your friends, neighbors, and the entire community.
• Benefits: Enjoy comprehensive benefits starting on day one, including health insurance, dental and vision coverage, paid vacation, personal and sick time, retirement plan with employer match, career development opportunities, loan repayment programs, and much more!

Requirements

What we need from you:

• Must be certified as a Registered Dental Hygienist with a current Massachusetts license.
• Experience using computer-based systems to input data.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of patient information in accordance with HIPAA and HCHC policy.

Competencies and Attributes

• You are trustworthy, responsible, independent, take ownership and deliver results.
• You have unquestionable integrity, credibility, and character. You have demonstrated high moral and ethical behavior.
• You are willing to embrace challenges, and you are comfortable with uncertainty.
• Commitment to working with diverse populations as well as a commitment to the health of our communities.
• Human-centered, strength-based approach to working with colleagues and clients.

Hours: 27 hours/ week Location: Huntington, MA