Dental Hygienist

Mental Health Association of Rochester; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Dental Hygienist role at Mental Health Association of Rochester focuses on preventive and periodontal care within a patient-focused clinical setting. You will perform cleanings, record radiographs, and educate patients about oral health while supporting team-based treatment planning.

Strong communication, empathy, and a collaborative mindset are essential to promote comfort and trust during visits, with attention to hygiene and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of dental hygiene practices and procedures.
• Excellent communication and patient education skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Professionalism, empathy, and attention to detail.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and periodontal care, including cleanings and assessments.
• Take radiographs and provide patient education to promote oral health.
• Support treatment planning in collaboration with dentists and team members.
• Maintain strict infection control protocols to ensure safety and hygiene.
• Create a calm, comfortable environment for patients to enhance their experience.

Skills

Dental hygiene expertise

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Professionalism & empathy

Commitment to learning

Job description

Role: Dental Hygienist in a patient-focused community practice.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and periodontal care, including cleanings and assessments.


• Take radiographs and provide patient education to promote oral health.


• Support treatment planning in collaboration with dentists and team members.


• Maintain strict infection control protocols to ensure safety and hygiene.


• Create a calm, comfortable environment for patients to enhance their experience.

Qualifications And Skills

• Strong understanding of dental hygiene practices and procedures.


• Excellent communication and patient education skills.


• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.


• Professionalism, empathy, and attention to detail.


• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.