Dental Hygienist

Calqulate; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Vor Ort; USD 65.000 - 87.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical coverage (employer-paid)

Dental coverage (employer-paid)

Disability & life insurance (employer)

Vision coverage

FSAs and HRAs

Parental leave

PTO

Paid holidays

401(k) with employer match

Zusammenfassung

Calqulate Metrics Ltd in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a full-time Dental Hygienist to provide preventive and therapeutic dental care within a community health center. You will perform examinations, radiographs, prophylaxis, and coordinate referrals while supporting clinic operations.

The role requires an accredited dental hygiene program, PA RDH license, CPR certification, and preferred local anesthesia certification.

Qualifikationen

• 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 setting preferred.

Aufgaben

• Provide direct patient care in accordance with licensure and dental hygiene protocols.
• Conduct oral assessments including medical history and charting.
• Take and interpret radiographs and intraoral images.
• Perform prophylaxis, scaling, root planing, debridement, fluoride, and sealants.
• Monitor blood pressure and assess oral health status at visits.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, nutrition, and preventive care.
• Document findings and treatments in the dental record.
• Coordinate referrals and follow-up with specialists.
• Maintain infection control and sterilization standards.
• Support clinic operations including recalls and supply management.
• Assist during peak times and participate in community dental education.

Kenntnisse

Communication

Patient care

Teamwork

Ausbildung

Dental Hygiene program

Pennsylvania RDH license

CPR certification

Tools

Digital radiography systems

Electronic dental records

Jobbeschreibung

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 providersParticipate 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