Dental Hygienist

Compass Health Network; Missouri; On-site; USD 47,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit health care organization in Missouri seeks a full-time Dental Hygienist to ensure quality dental services and outreach promoting oral health. With competitive compensation and a sign-on bonus, this role offers opportunities for personal and professional growth within a collaborative team environment focused on community wellness.

Benefits

Opportunities for career advancement

Professional development and licensure supervision

Mentorship programs

Tuition reimbursement & scholarships

Employee Assistance Program

Headspace Access for mental well-being

Generous paid time off and holidays

NHSC Loan Repayment eligibility

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Dental Hygienist license in Missouri.
• Experience in educational outreach programs preferred.
• Computer literacy is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient screenings and assess oral health conditions.
• Promote oral health through community education.
• Execute dental hygiene protocols and assist the dental team.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patient Care

Education & Promotion

Education

Associate’s degree in dental hygiene

Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene

Job description

Compensation: $48.08/hr

Due to critical service need of the communities we serve, we are offering a $4,000 sign-on bonus.* We are eager to continue to provide quality and compassionate care in our service areas and need you to make this happen!

This is a Full-time, benefit eligible position.

Main purpose is to ensure the delivery of quality dental services and to eliminate oral disease through preventive education, early intervention and comprehensive dental care. Positively influence healthy behaviors through outreach programs within our communities.

Travel to other clinics may be required as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS – JOB SPECIFIC

Outreach

• Assist in Education/Promote oral health through presentations in local schools, civic organizations, community programs and various other entities
• Promote and assist with the implementation of the Preventive Services Program (PSP) in local schools

Clinical

• Perform patient screenings
• Assess oral health conditions
• Review of health history
• Perform oral cancer screening
• Perform head and neck inspection, along with intra oral and extra oral examination
• Dental charting accurately reflecting procedures and encounters
• Take and record blood pressure and pulse
• Take dental radiographs diagnosed by dentist
• Works closely with providing dentist to meet the oral health care needs of the patient
• Reviews and follows all dental clinic protocols, policies, and procedures
• Coordinate with team members to provide emergency care to patients
• Assist with meeting Compass Health’s production, and encounter goals by provider
• Remove calculus and plaque from all surfaces of patient’s teeth
• Applying preventive materials to patients’ teeth (sealants, fluoride)
• Educate patients about appropriate oral hygiene strategies to maintain oral health; (tooth brushing, flossing and nutritional counseling)
• Counsel patients about nutrition and its impact on oral health
• Make impressions of patient’s teeth for study casts
• professional communication amongst team, and patients
• ensures operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements, following manufacturer’s instructions
• conserves dental resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results
• help patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment.
• Follow OSHA and CDC infection control guidelines
• Work in sterilization lab area
• Other duties as assigned

WORKING CONDITIONS & EXPOSURE RISK

• Regular exposure to blood and/or body fluids
• Regular exposure to radiation sources
• Regular exposure to biohazard and/or chemical waste materials
• Regular exposure to electrical hazards

• Associate’s degree in dental hygiene required
• Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene preferred

WORK EXPERIENCE/TRAINING/ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Demonstrates professional commitment to providing services to underserved persons
• Computer literate in electronic mail, word processing, and office management system software
• A valid driver's license and agency established minimum automobile coverage upon hire (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire) required

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

• Dental Hygienist in the state of Missouri required

Compass Health Network is a nonprofit health care organization offering accessible, comprehensive, & compassionate behavioral health, substance use treatment, family medicine and dental services throughout Missouri. Our network of care includes Royal Oaks Hospital and Adapt of Missouri. We are both a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and a Community Mental Health Center (CMHC). Operating only from the highest ethical and professional standards, we provide access to innovative care designed to meet the health needs of the communities we serve.

About Compass Health Network

At Compass Health Network, we are a nonprofit organization committed to making a meaningful impact on communities across Missouri. We offer a wide range of essential services, including behavioral health, substance use treatment, family medicine, and dental care. As both a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and a Community Mental Health Center (CMHC), we are dedicated to providing high-quality care that addresses the diverse needs of those we serve. Our mission is simple but powerful: Inspire Hope. Promote Wellness.

Why join us?

At Compass Health Network, we’re proud of the dedicated team we’ve built. We believe our people are our greatest strength – passionate, skilled, and committed to making a positive impact in the lives of others. Here, you’ll find a workplace that values collaboration, growth, and the opportunity to be part of something bigger.

We offer more than just a job; we provide a platform for personal and professional growth. As a member of our team, you’ll enjoy:

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• Opportunities for career advancement
• Professional development and licensure supervision
• Mentorship programs
• Tuition reimbursement & scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program
• Headspace Access for mental well-being
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• NHSC Loan Repayment eligibility

We’re looking for individuals who are eager to bring their talents and dedication to a team that’s focused on making a real impact. If you're ready to contribute to meaningful work and grow alongside a passionate group of professionals, we’d love to hear from you! If you’re looking for a place where your work truly matters & where you can grow, we look forward to hearing from you!

*Signing bonuses paid as per bonus policy; exclusions may apply.

Compass Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and an E-Verify participant.