Dental Hygienist

Client Growth Resources, Inc; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Job summary

Client Growth Resources, Inc. is seeking a full-time Dental Hygienist to deliver high-quality preventive and therapeutic care in a community health center setting in Pittsburgh, PA.

The role focuses on patient-centered oral healthcare, supports clinic operations, and involves community dental health education. 4/10 hour days and comprehensive benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Licensed dental hygienist in the applicable state.
• Familiar with standard dental hygiene protocols and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in accordance with licensure and established dental hygiene protocols
• Conduct comprehensive oral assessments, including medical history review
• Take and interpret radiographs and intraoral images
• Perform prophylaxis, scaling and root planing, 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

Skills

Dental hygiene

Patient care

Radiographs

Infection control

Tools

Electronic dental records

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