Dental Hygienist

HiredFirst; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 58,000 - 78,000; Part time

Job summary

HiredFirst is seeking a Dental Hygienist to support a community-based outpatient dental clinic in Pawnee, Oklahoma on a 3-month contract with the option to extend. The Hygienist will deliver routine and preventive dental services while educating patients, working closely with dentists and staff to ensure high-quality care.

The role requires completion of an accredited Dental Hygiene program, an active Oklahoma license (or ability to obtain), and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Dental Hygiene program.
• Active Oklahoma Dental Hygienist license (or ability to obtain prior to start).
• BLS certification.
• Prior clinical or outpatient dental experience preferred.
• Strong communication skills and patient-centered approach.

Responsibilities

• Perform dental cleanings, scaling, and polishing
• Conduct oral health assessments and document findings
• Take dental radiographs as needed
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and preventive care
• Maintain infection control and sterilization standards
• Accurately document care in the medical record
• Follow all clinic policies, procedures, and safety guidelines

Skills

Communication skills

Patient-centered approach

Team collaboration

Education

Dental Hygiene program

Job description

We are seeking a Dental Hygienist to support a community-based outpatient dental clinic in Pawnee, Oklahoma on a 3-month contract with the option to extend, starting as soon as credentialing is complete. This opportunity is ideal for a hygienist who enjoys providing preventive dental care in a patient-focused, team-oriented setting.

Position Overview

The Dental Hygienist will deliver routine and preventive dental services while educating patients on proper oral hygiene. You will work closely with dentists and support staff to ensure high-quality care and efficient clinic operations.

Key Responsibilities

Perform dental cleanings, scaling, and polishing

Conduct oral health assessments and document findings

Take dental radiographs as needed

Educate patients on oral hygiene and preventive care

Maintain infection control and sterilization standards

Accurately document care in the medical record

Follow all clinic policies, procedures, and safety guidelines

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited Dental Hygiene program

Active Oklahoma Dental Hygienist license (or ability to obtain prior to start)

BLS certification required

Prior clinical or outpatient dental experience preferred

Strong communication skills and patient-centered approach

Contract length: 3 months with the option to extend