Dental Hygienist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Ridgemont Resources, Inc. is seeking a full-time Dental Hygienist in Pittsburgh, PA to provide preventive and therapeutic dental care in a community health center. The role emphasizes patient-centered care, clinic operations support, and community dental health education.

Responsibilities include radiographs, charting, prophylaxis, and collaborative care with dental assistants and providers in a busy clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Dental Hygienist license.
• Experience in community health centers is preferred.
• Proficient in radiographs, charting, and infection control.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care per licensure and hygiene protocols.
• Perform comprehensive oral exams and periodontal charting.
• Take and interpret radiographs and intraoral images.
• Conduct prophylaxis, scaling, root planing, fluoride, and sealants.
• Monitor vital signs and overall oral health at visits.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, nutrition, and preventive care.
• Document findings, plans, and interactions in the electronic record.
• Coordinate referrals and ensure follow-up with specialists.

Education

Dental Hygienist License

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