Dental Hygienist

ASHFORD CONNEX, LLC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

ASHFORD CONNEX, LLC seeks a full-time Dental Hygienist in Pittsburgh, PA to provide high-quality preventive and therapeutic dental care within a community health center setting. This role focuses on patient-centered oral healthcare, supports clinic operations, and participates in community dental health education initiatives.

The ideal candidate will perform routine prophylaxis, periodontal charting, radiographs, sealants, and fluoride treatments while maintaining infection control standards and

Qualifications

• Licensed RDH with current state license.
• Experience with radiographs and charting.
• Knowledge of infection control standards.
• Ability to educate patients on oral hygiene and prevention.
• Experience in community health center setting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care per licensure and hygiene protocols.
• Conduct oral assessments and periodontal charting.
• Take and interpret radiographs and intraoral images.
• Perform prophylaxis, scaling and root planing, fluoride, and sealants.
• Monitor vitals and overall oral health.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, nutrition, and prevention.

Skills

Patient care

Radiographs

Periodontal charting

Infection control

Patient education

Documentation in EDR

Team collaboration

Education

Dental Hygienist RDH degree

Tools

Radiography equipment

EHR/EDR software

Sterilization equipment

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