Dental Hygienist

Meritas Advisory Group, LLC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage (employer-paid)

Dental coverage (employer-paid)

Disability & life insurance (employer‑

Vision coverage (voluntary)

401(k) with employer match

Paid leave & holidays

Job summary

Meritas Advisory Group, LLC is seeking a full-time Dental Hygienist in Pittsburgh, PA to deliver preventive and therapeutic care in a community health center setting. The role emphasizes patient-centered care, clinic operations support, and participation in community dental health education.

Responsibilities include radiography, charting, prophylaxis, periodontal therapies, and patient education while maintaining infection control and coordinating referrals.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Dental Hygiene program.
• Active Pennsylvania RDH license.
• Current CPR certification.
• Local anesthesia certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care following licensure and hygiene protocols.
• Perform prophylaxis, scaling, root planing, debridement, fluoride, and sealants.

Skills

Dental radiography

Infection control

CPR-certified

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Patient education

Education

Accredited Dental Hygiene program

Tools

Electronic dental records

Radiography systems

Job description

Dental Hygienist

Compensation: $65K - $87K per year + Comprehensive Benefits Package

Job Type: Full Time. 4/10 hour days.

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

We are seeking a full-time Dental Hygienist to provide high-quality preventive and therapeutic dental care within a community health center setting. This role focuses on delivering patient-centered oral healthcare, supporting overall clinic operations, and participating in community dental health education initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in accordance with licensure and established dental hygiene protocols
• Conduct comprehensive oral assessments, including medical history review, dental and periodontal charting
• Take and interpret radiographs and intraoral images
• Perform prophylaxis, scaling and root planning, debridement, fluoride treatments, and sealants
• Monitor blood pressure and assess overall oral health status at each visit
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices, nutrition, and preventive care
• Document all clinical findings, treatment plans, and patient interactions in the electronic dental record
• Coordinate referrals to specialists and ensure appropriate follow-up
• Maintain infection control standards and ensure proper sterilization of instruments
• Support clinic operations, including recall systems, supply management, and operatory organization
• Assist during peak clinic times and collaborate with dental assistants and providers
• Participate in community dental education programs

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Dental Hygiene program
• Active Pennsylvania Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) license
• Current CPR certification
• Local anesthesia certification preferred
• Experience in a community health or public health setting preferred
• Strong knowledge of dental procedures, infection control standards, and periodontal therapies
• Proficiency with digital dental records and radiography systems
• Ability to work independently while collaborating within a team environment
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with diverse patient populations

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid medical coverage (UPMC)
• 100% employer-paid dental (United Concordia)
• 100% employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
• Voluntary vision coverage (VBA)
• Medical and Dependent Care FSA and HRA options
• 2 weeks paid parental leave
• 20 days (4 weeks) of PTO during first two years
• 12 paid holidays annually
• 401(k) with 4% employer match