Dental Hygienist

MDS Staffing; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Presencial; USD 65 000 - 87 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical coverage (UPMC)

Dental coverage (United Concordia)

Disability & life insurance (employer)

Vision coverage (VBA)

FSA/HRA options

Paid parental leave

PTO 20 days/4 weeks in first 2 years

12 paid holidays

401(k) with employer match

Resumo da oferta

Top Echelon LLC is seeking a full-time Dental Hygienist in Pittsburgh, PA to provide preventive and therapeutic dental care within a community health center setting. The role emphasizes patient-centered care, clinic operations support, and participation in community dental health education initiatives.

You will perform hygiene procedures, radiographs, charting, and patient education, while adhering to infection control standards and collaborating with dental teams.

Qualificações

• Completion of an accredited Dental Hygiene program.
• Active Pennsylvania RDH license and CPR certification.
• Local anesthesia certification preferred.
• Experience in community health or public health settings preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Provide direct patient care per licensure and accepted dental hygiene protocols.
• Conduct comprehensive oral assessments including medical history review and charting.
• Take and interpret radiographs and intraoral images.
• Perform prophylaxis, scaling/root planing, debridement, fluoride, and sealants.
• Monitor blood pressure and assess overall oral health at each visit.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene, nutrition and preventive care.
• Document findings and treatment plans in the electronic dental record.
• Coordinate referrals and ensure appropriate follow-up.
• Maintain infection control standards and sterilize instruments.
• Support clinic operations, recalls, supplies, and operatory organization.
• Assist during peak times and collaborate with staff.
• Participate in community dental education programs.

Conhecimentos

Communication skills

Teamwork & collaboration

Digital radiography proficiency

Infection control knowledge

Formação académica

Completion of an accredited Dental Hygiene program

Active Pennsylvania RDH license

Current CPR certification

Local anesthesia certification preferred

Ferramentas

Electronic dental records systems

Radiography imaging software

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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